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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.

07/04/2026

They don’t just sit beside us… they help us get through it

For so many Australians, pets are more than companions — they are comfort during illness, strength during recovery, and joy on the hardest days.

Now it’s time to share their story.

Introducing Paws for Patients — a celebration of the powerful bond between people and their pets.

Share your story
Upload a photo
Donate $25 to support Patients Australia patient advocacy

Together, we’ll recognise Australia’s most inspiring pet & patient duos.

Because sometimes… healing has four legs.

Enter now: www.pawsforpatients.com.au

07/04/2026

For patients, health is more than a system.

It’s the experience of being listened to, understood, and supported in moments that matter.

This World Health Day is a reminder that better outcomes come from combining science with care that is consistent, informed, and centred around people.

02/04/2026

Human - Georgia (daughter of Tamara Rowan - Board Director of Patients Australia)
Pet - Douglas

Story: Douglas isn’t just my dog; he’s basically my lifestyle upgrade. As a 10-year-old Cairn Terrier, he gets me out for beach walks, chasing sunsets, and actually stepping away from screens. He keeps me active without it feeling like a chore, and those end-of-day cuddles. Instant stress relief.
Having a dog like Douglas just makes life better, more movement, more fresh air, and more of those simple, feel-good moments. Paws for Pets isn’t just about having a pet, it’s about a healthier, happier way to live.

Tell us your story and submit your entry today!

www.pawsforpatients.com.au

02/04/2026

An inquiry has been launched into the access and affordability of medical specialists.

For the past two years, Patients Australia has been calling out the financial barriers people face when trying to access specialist care. In our 2025 Patient Voice report on general practice and specialist out-of-pocket costs, we made it clear that Australia needs greater transparency in specialist billing and a more honest national conversation about affordability.

What we are hearing from patients is deeply concerning. People feel disempowered and unable to challenge costs they don’t understand or weren’t prepared for. Many are delaying care, going without it altogether, or absorbing bills they simply cannot afford. Some are taking out loans. Others are cutting back on essentials to pay for treatment. Up to 10% draw down early on their super, wiping out their retirement security. This is not a sustainable or acceptable way to access healthcare.

This inquiry is an important step. It creates an opportunity to properly examine how the system is working, and more importantly, where it is failing patients.

We've been interviewing patients about the burden of specialist care. If you have an important story to share that highlights the financial barriers of accessing care, please reach out to us and be a part of the change with us. The link to get in touch with us is in the comments below.

01/04/2026

Could you be our very first Pet/Patient Duo? 🐾💛
Every story starts somewhere… and Patients Australia looking for the first inspiring duo to kick off Paws for Patients.
Does your pet help you through the hard days? Helped you through your recent health issues?
Bring comfort, strength, or even a little joy when you need it most?
✨ Share your story
📸 Upload a photo
💛 Submit your $25 entry for a chance to be crowned our National Pet/Patient Duo
All money raised will support patient advocacy
Be the first to inspire others.
👉 Enter now: www.pawsforpatients.com.au

25/03/2026

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological conditions, affecting millions of people around the world.

Purple Day is an opportunity to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and encourage greater understanding of what life with epilepsy can look like for individuals and families.

Greater awareness helps build more supportive communities and ensures people living with epilepsy feel understood and supported 💜

17/03/2026

People experience and understand the world in different ways. Neurodiversity reminds us that differences in how we think, learn and communicate are a natural part of human diversity.

This week is an opportunity to build greater understanding, challenge stigma, and create environments where neurodivergent people feel supported, included and able to thrive.

15/03/2026

We’re excited to share that the Patient’s Choice Awards are returning in 2026.

This special evening brings together leaders, advocates and organisations across the healthcare community to celebrate those making a real difference for patients across Australia.

📍 Melbourne
📅 August 2026

More to come soon.

15/03/2026

Our brains shape how we think, move, learn and experience the world.

Brain Awareness Week is an opportunity to learn more about brain health, recognise the signs of neurological conditions, and support the research that continues to improve diagnosis, treatment and care for people living with brain disorders.

Brain Foundation

12/03/2026

Something special is returning ✨

We’re excited to share what’s coming next - and we think you will be too.

Stay tuned.

12/03/2026

For people living with coeliac disease, eating gluten isn’t simply uncomfortable, it triggers an autoimmune reaction that can damage the small intestine and affect overall health.

Yet many Australians are still undiagnosed. Coeliac Awareness Week is an opportunity to better understand the condition, recognise symptoms, and encourage earlier testing so people can access the care and information they need.

11/03/2026

Kidney health isn’t something most of us think about every day. But for many Australians, it becomes part of daily life.

World Kidney Day brings attention to the importance of early detection, understanding risk factors, and ensuring people have access to the care and support they need.

Kidney Health Australia

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