Inside Digital Health - COVID-19 special edition no.3, July 2020
Published 17 July 2020

Message from the National Health Chief Information Officer
As we monitor and respond to COVID-19, it’s important that we remain aware with regards to personal and community safety, practicing good hygiene and physical distancing. However now more than ever, the continued adoption of digital health services in Australia is vital.
While this has presented some challenges, it has also created opportunity. Through the National Digital Health Strategy, government is partnering with our internationally competitive and vibrant health technology sector at a time when the use of technology in health and social care continues to gain importance.
With lockdown continuing for some, telehealth services and My Health Record enable more Australians to stay connected to healthcare professionals. COVID-19 has also increased the use of My Health Record and the latest statistics show which healthcare providers are contributing the most documents to the system.
We will keep you updated on how we can each adopt and support digital health services in Australia now and into the future.
Ronan O'Connor
FROM THE AGENCY
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Congratulations to the winnersThank you to all applicants for sharing ideas to future proof Australia’s healthcare system. The Agency is looking forward to collaborating with these successful applicants. Read more |
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Keeping connected through digital health during COVID-19With lockdown continuing for some, learn how Kendal is using telehealth services and My Health Record to stay connected to her specialists. Watch the video |
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Which healthcare providers are contributing the most documents to My
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Digital inclusion improved with online allied health registration processIt’s now much easier for allied healthcare professionals to register for a healthcare |
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Education and trainingA range of new webinar learning opportunities are available on our events and webinars page. Visit the online training page for CPD accredited courses. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
COVID-19 |
Australian Digital Health Agency |