Our Health Still Counts

CID calls on the Australian Government to support people with intellectual disability to have better health.

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Michael Sullivan, a man with Down syndrome, speaks at a podium with AAP and 9 News microphones. He is surrounded by politicians and other important people.

A tribute to Michael Sullivan

16 April 2025

CID is deeply saddened to share the passing of our former Chair and Board Member Michael “MJ” Sullivan…

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Our Health Still Counts campaign updates

26 March 2025

We have some exciting updates from the Our Health Still Counts campaign!

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ABC News: Poor health outcomes persist for Australians with intellectual disability

ABC News: Poor health outcomes persist for Australians with intellectual disability

27 February 2025

Nas Campanella from ABC News reports on poor health outcomes for Australians with intellectual disability.

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Our Health Still Counts - Rebecca and Ryan

In this video we hear from Rebecca, whose son Ryan has Down syndrome as well as other chronic…

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Our Health Still Counts Position Statement

Read our position statement to see how the Federal government can make changes for intellectual disability health.

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Our Health Still Counts Statement of Concern

Read our position statement to see how the Federal government can make changes for intellectual disability health.

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Our Health Still Counts

We know how to fix healthcare for people with intellectual disability. We urgently need to implement these solutions.…

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Everyday for Everyone: Make Inclusion Happen

Everyday for Everyone

People with intellectual disability must be included in the community.

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Commit to the National Roadmap for Action! End Deadly Disability Discrimination

People with Intellectual Disability are dying up to 27 years earlier than most people. Let's fix this now!

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