Welcome To The New Accessibility

Australia's leading disability information website now includes an extensive coverage of news, products and support services for over 200 specialized topics, including aged care and rehabilitation.

Developed by a dedicated team of health professionals and researchers, the site has been designed to help you gain important health and lifestyle knowledge for home, at work and enjoying your community.

Whether you are a senior, a carer, or a concerned family member; or a person living with a disability; or a health professional keeping on top of latest research, accessibility.com.au can save you time and help you make better informed decisions.

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Carers Support

Who cares for the carers? We try. Our Carers Support section contains News, Resources and Help for those who help others.

Spinal Cord Injury

Spinal Cord Injury

Our Spinal Cord Injury section contains the latest spinal cord injury news and spinal cord injury resources.

Not All Fat Created Equal ( JDC 13-May-08 )
It has long been known that type 2 diabetes is linked to obesity, particularly fat inside the belly. Now, researchers at the Joslin Diabetes Center have found that fat from other areas of the body can actually reduce insulin resistance and improve insulin sensitivity.
More Scholarships for Nurses And Midwives On International Nurses Day ( NSWHealth 13-May-08 )
NSW Minister for Health Reba Meagher will today mark International Nurses Day with the announcement of 484 postgraduate scholarships for registered nurses and midwives across NSW.
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Southland Shopping Centre

Southland Shopping Centre

Everything you could want to know about getting to and around Melbourne's Southland Shopping Centre.

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