VACCHO has been funded to assist ACCO's with the implementation and support to use digital health technologies. 

My Health Record

VACCHO supports Aboriginal community controlled organisations to use and connect to My Health Record - a secure online portal for your health records.

VACCHO can assist with:

• Connecting your patient information system to enable My Health Record uploads
• Provide an address book of other My Health Record enabled services in your area
• Organise training for members with the Australian Digital Health Agency
• Advocate on behalf of our members to the Australian Digital Health Agency
• Assist with project implementation related to My Health Record

To find out how we can work with you, please contact our Digital Health Coordinator or phone 03 9411 9411

Helpful links: 

How to access your My Health Record: https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au/for-you-your-family/howtos/log-in

My Health Record for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services: https://www.myhealthrecord.gov.au/for-healthcare-professionals/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-health-services

Telehealth

Telehealth uses video cameras and computer screens to connect patients to specialists and doctors through videoconferencing technology. It means patients do not have to travel away from their Community to receive care, so it is quicker and less complicated than an in-person visit. Patients will be able to see, hear and talk to the specialist over videoconferencing.

VACCHO has been funded to increase telehealth capacity and utilisation across the ACCO sector. Telehealth provides an opportunity to improve access to services for Aboriginal people, in all regions of Victoria. There is potential to reduce distance, time and cost barriers, as well as provide the most culturally appropriate service option. Telehealth technology provides an opportunity for patients to remain in an ACCO, a place which they have identified as safe and accessible. Aboriginal Health Workers will be able to act as cultural brokers and ensure there is a two-way understanding between health professionals and the patient.

National Digital Health Strategy - have your say

Today, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have access to telehealth, electronic prescriptions, My Health Record and more.

What comes next is up to you. Now’s your chance to influence the future of digital health in Australia by taking part in a short, 15 minute survey. 

Your valuable input will help us continue to evolve one of the best healthcare services in the world.

For more information about the National Digital Health Strategy visit the website.

For more information on digital health please contact our Digital Health Coordinator or on 03 9411 9411.

Additional Resources

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