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Indigenous Health Research Development Program  - http://www.ihrdp.ca/  Building a career structure for students in Aboriginal health as well as assisting communities to address health issues in Ontario, Canada.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health  - http://www.health.gov.au/internet/wcms/publishing.nsf/Content/health-oatsih-pubs-index.htm  Presents a list of publications to download.  Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet  - http://www.healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au/  Providing material for policy makers, service providers, researchers, students and the general community. Features information on cultural, social, historical and economic health-related issues.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples' Complementary Action Plan  - http://www.nationaldrugstrategy.gov.au/pdf/indigenous.htm  Prepared by National Drug Strategy to co-ordinate efforts to reduce drug-related harm. PDF documents of all components of the Plan can be downloaded at no cost.  Working With Indigenous Peoples With Disabilities  - http://www.wired.org.au/  Provides information for allied health professionals and carers working in remote areas of Australia. Features bibliography of specific articles and reviews of available equipment.  Cape York Indigenous Issues  - http://www.ancd.org.au/publications/pdf/cape_york_report.pdf  A report by the Australian National Council on Drugs. Includes information regarding drug and alcohol use amongst Indigenous Australians, as well as the availability of specific services.  Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Projects  - http://www.ancd.org.au/publications/pdf/rp4_indigenous_drug.pdf  Published by the National Drug Research Institute. Details the prison-based and community-based programmes, with an historical overview of previous interventions.  National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Strategy  - http://www.adca.org.au/policy/submissions/aboriginal&torresstraitislanderhealthstrategysubmission.pdf  A submission by the Alcohol and Other Drugs Council of Australia concerning the draft Strategy. Expresses concerns that the proposals do not place sufficient priority on addressing substance misuse, and suggests amendments.  Meeting Challenges, Making Choices  - http://www.mcmc.qld.gov.au/pdf/justice_study_response.pdf  A response by the Queensland Government to the Cape York Justice Study, which examined the effects of alcohol on the health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Includes background details and a summary of the recommendations.  Rural and Remote Festivals: A Guide for Health Workers and Communities  - http://www.health.qld.gov.au/atods/documents/19482.pdf  Provides information on cultural activities which may provide opportunities for health promotion in remote areas, with suggestions for involving schools and community groups.  Aboriginal and Islander Health Worker Journal  - http://www.aihwj.com.au/  National publication written by indigenous health workers. Includes table of contents and subscription details.  Strategies for Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People  - http://www.medicineau.net.au/clinical/abhealth/strategies.html  An article from the Northern Rivers Aboriginal Health Service lists ways in which culture and beliefs can affect healthcare delivery.  Indigenous Health Cultural Exchange Group  - http://members.tripod.com/~CWhitney/INDIGENO.HTM  A student society at the University of Queensland which tries to increase cultural awareness among indigenous and non-indigenous students and professionals in medicine and allied health. Aims, objectives and contact details.  Indigenous Psychological Services  - http://www.gtp.com.au/gtp/ips/homePage.jsp?owner=ips  Provides mental health clinics and assessments for indigenous clients, as well as training for both indigenous and non-indigenous people.