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Patients Australia Turning Patient Stories into Action

The Australian Patients Association (APA) is an independent not-for-profit organisation dedicated to championing and protecting the rights and interests of patients, and improving overall patient care and health outcomes.

Final call… entries are closing soon. This is your last chance to be part of Paws for Patients If your pet has helped y...
29/04/2026

Final call… entries are closing soon.

This is your last chance to be part of Paws for Patients

If your pet has helped you through the tough days, brought comfort when you needed it most, or simply made life brighter — your story deserves to be heard.

✨ Share your story
📸 Upload a photo
💛 Support patient advocacy

Don’t miss the opportunity to inspire others and celebrate your incredible companion.

👉 Submit your entry now: pawsforpatients.com.au

29/04/2026

Changes to the Private Health Insurance Rebate could have serious consequences for older Australians.

More than 900,000 Australians aged 65+ on low incomes may be affected—many already living on less than $30,000 a year.

For this group, even modest premium increases can mean being forced to give up private health insurance altogether.

Older Australians are more likely to be managing chronic conditions and ongoing care needs.
Private cover helps them access timely treatment and avoid long public hospital waitlists.

If they lose that access, the pressure doesn’t disappear—it shifts onto an already strained public system.

If the goal is equity, support should be better targeted.

Low-income older Australians should not be the ones carrying the burden.

Let’s not leave them behind.

What do you think—should rebate support be better targeted? Share your thoughts below.

Got a pet who’s helped you through tough times? We want to hear YOUR story. Enter Paws for Patients and tell us how you...
28/04/2026

Got a pet who’s helped you through tough times?

We want to hear YOUR story.



Enter Paws for Patients and tell us how your pet has made a difference in your health journey.

250 words

A photo

$25 entry

State winners + National winner

All funds support patient advocacy across Australia by Patients Australia

Your story could inspire thousands.

Submit your entry today: pawsforpatients.com.au

Have you entered yet? We’ve already seen some beautiful stories come through… and we know there are so many more out th...
26/04/2026

Have you entered yet?

We’ve already seen some beautiful stories come through… and we know there are so many more out there.

If your pet has helped you through tough days, brought comfort, or simply made life a little brighter — we’d love to hear your story.

✨ Share your story
📸 Upload a photo
💛 Entry cost $25 and all money goes to support patient advocacy

It only takes a few minutes, and your story could inspire someone who really needs it.

👉 Enter now: pawsforpatients.com.au

Let’s be honest… pets are basically unpaid therapists They get us out of bed They sit with us on the hard days They nev...
23/04/2026

Let’s be honest… pets are basically unpaid therapists

They get us out of bed
They sit with us on the hard days
They never judge

Now it’s their time to shine

Introducing PAWS FOR PATIENTS

Share your story. Show off your pet. Help support Australians navigating health challenges by Patients Australia.

Post your duo
Tell your story
Submit your entry $25

Warning: may cause excessive “aww” reactions.

Enter here: pawsforpatients.com.au

Share your story – great prizes to be won! Human - Terri-Helen (Board Director Patients Australia) Pet: Billie the Berne...
21/04/2026

Share your story – great prizes to be won!
Human - Terri-Helen (Board Director Patients Australia)

Pet: Billie the Bernese Mountain Dog

Story: I went through a period of breaking things whilst running - wrist, ankle and patella - finally had to admit to its time to give up running! Through all of the injuries my beautiful Billie did not leave my side. Despite desperately wanting to go for walks herself, she stoically remained gentle, calm, loving and patient. Mentally wouldn’t have gotten on with it without her.

Entries cost $25.00 and all proceeds go towards patient advocacy for Patients Australia.

Don't delay - www.pawsforpatients.com.au

Did you know? Pets can reduce stress and anxiety They help combat loneliness They can even improve recovery outcomes Now...
19/04/2026

Did you know?

Pets can reduce stress and anxiety
They help combat loneliness
They can even improve recovery outcomes

Now we’re celebrating the real stories behind that impact.

Paws for Patients is your chance to share how your pet has supported you through illness, recovery, or everyday life.

$25 entry = direct support for patient advocacy for Patients Australia

Share your story + photo

Be recognised nationally

Let’s bring positivity, connection and real patient experiences to the spotlight.

Enter now: pawsforpatients.com.au

For people living with haemophilia, something as simple as a bump or small injury can be more serious than it seems.It’s...
16/04/2026

For people living with haemophilia, something as simple as a bump or small injury can be more serious than it seems.

It’s not always visible, but it’s something that’s managed every day. A better understanding of what that looks like can make it easier to support people in the care they need.

“Mornings were hard… until Bruce.” He gets me out of bed. He keeps me moving. He reminds me what matters. That’s the po...
16/04/2026

“Mornings were hard… until Bruce.”

He gets me out of bed.
He keeps me moving.
He reminds me what matters.

That’s the power of pets.

Now it’s your turn to share your story.

Introducing Paws for Patients — celebrating the animals who help us through life’s toughest moments.

Share your photo
Tell your story
Submit your entry $25

Because every patient story deserves to be heard.

Submit yours: pawsforpatients.com.au

Have you entered yet? We’ve already seen some beautiful stories come through… and we know there are so many more out t...
14/04/2026

Have you entered yet?

We’ve already seen some beautiful stories come through… and we know there are so many more out there.

If your pet has helped you through tough days, brought comfort, or simply made life a little brighter — we’d love to hear your story.

✨ Share your story
📸 Upload a photo
💛 Entry cost $25 and all money goes to support patient advocacy

It only takes a few minutes, and your story could inspire someone who really needs it.

👉 Enter now: pawsforpatients.com.au

We’re proud to announce Chiesi as the Headline Partner for the Patient’s Choice Awards 2026.As a global healthcare compa...
13/04/2026

We’re proud to announce Chiesi as the Headline Partner for the Patient’s Choice Awards 2026.

As a global healthcare company with a strong commitment to patient-centred care, Chiesi shares our focus on recognising excellence and elevating the voices and experiences of patients across Australia.

This reflects a shared commitment to recognising those delivering meaningful impact across the patient journey, from care and communication through to outcomes and experience.

Together, we look forward to delivering an evening that brings the sector together to celebrate the people and organisations making a real difference.

Stay tuned for more Gala updates!

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