Cultural health differences of Australians exposed in a new report

When the results of the 2021 Census were released, it painted a picture of the health of Australians by offering data for the first time on ten chronic health conditions.

A vehicle for transporting patients in Melbourne. Credit: AAP

Key Points

• A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare drills down into the 10 health conditions identified in the Census.
• The report has concluded people born in Australia, and migrants from other English-speaking countries and Europe, generally have a higher prevalence of chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma, cancer, lung disease and mental health conditions.
• Changes in lifestyle and cultural expectations can influence the health of some communities.

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Cultural health differences of Australians exposed in new report

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A new report suggests some culturally and linguistically diverse communities are affected by illness more than others.