About four million Australians, or one in five, live with chronic pain. Experts call for greater national investment, including a more holistic approach to care
A new report that surveyed 5,000 Australians found that Australians living with chronic pain continue to suffer stigma.
The study by Chronic Pain Australia found 74 per cent felt ignored or ignored; and 48 per cent experienced prejudice from healthcare professionals.
It found almost three-quarters of chronic pain sufferers experience mental health problems as a result of the pain they experience. Nearly two-thirds were unable to work and were in financial difficulties.
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