Characterising the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patient journey after a serious road traffic injury and barriers to access to compensation: a protocol

Sadia Hossain, Holger Moeller, Patrick Sharpe, Marnie Campbell, Rebecca Kimlin, Bobby Porykali, Brett Shannon, Jodi Gray, Hossein Afzali, James E. Harrison, Rebecca Q. Ivers, Courtney Ryder

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Abstract

Introduction: Road safety has been a long-enduring policy concern in Australia, with significant financial burden of road trauma and evident socioeconomic disparities. Transport injuries disproportionately impact individuals in remote areas, those in lower socioeconomic situations, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations. There is a lack of insight into transport injuries in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, absence of Indigenous perspective in published research and limited utilisation of linked data assets to address the inequity. Aim 1 is to determine the breadth, cost and causal factors of serious injury from road traffic crashes in South Australia (SA) and New South Wales (NSW) with a focus on injury prevention. Aim 2 is to identify enablers and barriers to compensation schemes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients in SA and NSW. 

Methods and analysis: This study will be guided by an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Governance Group, applying Knowledge Interface Methodology and Indigenous research principles to ensure Indigenous Data Sovereignty and incorporation of informed perspectives. A mixed-method approach will be undertaken to explore study aims including using big data assets and mapping patient journey. 

Conclusion: The results of this study will provide valuable insights for the development of focused injury prevention strategies and policies tailored to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. By addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by these communities, the study aims to enhance road safety outcomes and promote equitable access to healthcare and compensation for affected individuals and their families.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)75-80
Number of pages6
JournalInjury Prevention
Volume30
Issue number1
Early online date3 Nov 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2024

Keywords

  • Costs
  • Health Disparities
  • Indigenous
  • Injury Compensation
  • Motor vehicle ° Occupant

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