Since Australia's post-war migration program started, almost one million refugees and other humanitarian entrants have settled in Australia. Many came from war-torn countries, having faced torture and trauma. Healthcare concerns for new Australians Image: Asylum Seeker Resource Centre Credit (AAP Julian Smith)
Linking them to their communities and enabling access to healthcare, including mental health services, is an integral part of their settlement.
Yet, there's some challenges facing new arrivals when accessing the Australian health system.
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