Understanding disability

 
We’re working hard to increase understanding about the causes of disability but also how they impact on the lives of children and their families. From greater understanding comes ways to prevent disability and to improve outcomes for children who are living with the challenges that it presents.
 
We are looking at the rare disorder Rett syndrome, collecting unique information from families throughout Australia and the world. Read more>>

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a preventable condition yet little is known about the prevalence of it in Australia. Read more>>

We’ve shown that less than 10 per cent of cases of cerebral palsy are due to problems during labour and we continue to collect information and monitor trends to determine causes if this disability. Read more>>

We're looking at the second most common birth defect in Western Australia. It's called hypospadia and affects one in every 118 West Australian boys each year. Read more>>

 
Last updated 27 May 2008