Arts and Health Australia is an arts and health network, informed by Australian and international best practice and research. The network encompasses the medical and healthcare communities and the arts and education sectors.
A central role for Arts and Health Australia is advocating the use of the arts in primary and community healthcare, healthcare promotion, medical humanities and medical education.
This commitment is underpinned by an expanding body of scientific and qualitative evidence that highlights the positive impact that the arts can have on health and wellbeing - both for individuals and within a community.
The organisation's motto Healthy People, Healthy Communities – through the Arts recognises the shift in current thinking in healthcare and health promotion. The changing focus is moving from one about managing illness and ageing to one that promotes healthy lifestyles.
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