Dental Care and oral health for the indigenous communities of South Australia's Mid-north [ 2003 - 2007 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Lindsay Richards (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Gary Misan ,  David Wilkinson ,  Mr Cephas Stanley

Brief description Improving access to dental services and oral health for Indigenous communities is a high priority. This project will initially involve the evaluation of oral health programs for Indigenous children in Port Augusta. This will guide the planning and implementation of programs for the other age groups and for the remote communities serviced by Pika Wiya Health Service. In addition, the project group will investigate the appropriateness of the developed strategies for implementation in other communities.

Funding Amount $AUD 100,000.04

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Oral Health Research