Australia background info Flashcards
How large is Australia’s population?
There are over 25.6 million people living in Australia (Australia Bureau of Statistics, 2020a) with projections estimating that our population size will reach more that 42 million by 2066, (ABS, 2018).
What is considered the working age population?
The so called working age population in Australia is aged 15 to 64 years and constitutes 66 percent of the population (ABS 2019c) Page 7
What is considered a third generation Australian?
First generation includes families who were born overseas and reside in Australia, Second generation is someone who was born in Australia but has one or more parents born overseas. Third generation has parents who were born in Australia.
What are the most populous states in relation to the current population trend?
According to the Australian Bureau of statistics advised that the most populus states in AU are New South Wales 8 million, Victoria 6.6 million and Queensland with 5 million (ABS, 2019) Page 7
Other states and territories have a substantially lower population count with western Australia reaching 2.6 million. Population trends indicate that most people in the country are moving into the cities and causing a decline in populated rural areas.
What are the most prevalent health conditions in Australia and which sub populations are at higher risk?
- Mental health and behavioural conditions (more than 15%)
- Arthritis 15%
- Asthma 11%
- Hypertension 11%
- Hight cholesterol 7%
- Heart disease 5%
- Diabetes mellitus type 2, 5%
Sub populations effected by poverty and financial strain, indigenous populations, people who live in rural or remote locations, People who have a type of disability, Prisoners and refugees.
What is the most common health condition in Australia and what proportion of Australians seek health related services?
Mental health conditions
460,000 people will be supported by The National Disability Insurance Scheme by 2021
How many Occupational therapists practice in Australia and what are the three most common areas of practice?
22,000 practicing Occupational therapists
20% in rehabilitation
17% in paediatrics
16% in aged care
12% in mental health
