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Taking leadership — tackling Australia’s health challenges

Nicola Roxon
Med J Aust 2007; 187 (9): . || doi: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.2007.tb01385.x
Published online: 5 November 2007

In view of the impending election, we asked representatives from the two major political parties for their policies on health. The Shadow Minister for Health replies.

Labor recognises that national leadership is needed to drive better health outcomes for the community. Hospitals and health services are struggling to meet demand; our health workforce is overworked and under stress; and many Australians have problems accessing the care they need.


  • Parliament House, Canberra, ACT.


Correspondence: Nicola.Roxon.MP@aph.gov.au

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