The Minister for Health has announced the release of a draft ‘roadmap’ on dementia, ageing and aged care for public consultation.
The Minister, Greg hunt, said the consultation period would present the Australian public with an opportunity to assess the draft and offer feedback on the strategy.
“Greater research into dementia is vital, but it’s important to ensure the research is targeted to have the greatest impact,” Mr Hunt said.
“I encourage Australians to jump on the website, read the draft Roadmap and provide advice, so we have a greater understanding of what research is required.”
Mr Hunt described dementia as “one of Australia and the world’s greatest health challenges”.
He said currently more than 447,000 people were living with dementia in Australia, with the number expected to rise to around 1.1 million by 2058.
Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Richard Colbeck said the draft roadmap was an important and timely plan.
“We want all Australians to maintain their health and quality of life as they age, to live well and independently for longer and access quality care when they need it,” Mr Colbeck said.
The public consultation period closes on Monday, 17 February and the three-page Dementia, Ageing and Aged Care Mission Roadmap can be accessed at this PS News link.
