CHF fact sheets
Total number of CHF fact sheets: 22
| Title: | Can you explain my doctor?s bill? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, February 2007, 1p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This fact sheet is provided as a public resource page on the website and as PDF file to download. It explains the schedule of fees set by the Commonwealth Government for the payment of Medicare Benefits, the importance of asking about a doctor?s fee before treatment, bulk billing, and hospital fees. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-can-you-explain-my-doctors-bill.pdf 29Kb |
| Title: | Charter of Health Consumer Rights |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2008, 1p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Consumer organisations worldwide use the eight consumer rights to lobby on behalf of consumers and validate the views of consumers. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-charter-of-health-consumer-rights.pdf 73Kb |
| Title: | E-health terms - making them work for consumers |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2006, 4p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | The glossary of e-health terms for consumers was developed from the 2006 CHF E-health National Information Workshop. Workshop participants examined commonly used e-health terms and jargon, proposing definitions and alternative terms to make them more accessible for consumers. The CHF E-health Project Reference Group and a health informatics expert gave further input to the glossary. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-e-health-terms.pdf 72Kb |
| Title: | Generic medicines |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-generic-medicines.pdf 83Kb |
| Title: | Get to know your medicines fact sheets |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 14p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This PDF file brings together seven fact sheets developed as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program: What is a medicine; Using the Internet to find reliable health information; Remembering your medicines; Talking with your doctor or pharmacist; Generic medicines; New medicines ? are they always better; and Read the label - It?s important. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| Project: | Community Quality Use of Medicines (QUM) Project 2005-07 |
| File: | fac-get-to-know-your-medicines.pdf 1,605Kb |
| Title: | Guide to writing a curriculum vitae |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, February 2006, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumer representatives |
| Abstract: | This fact sheet provides information about what to consider when putting a CV together, how CHF will use your CV, and how it may be used if you are nominated to a committee. |
| Topic: | Consumer participation |
| Project: | Consumer Representatives Recruitment, Training and Support Project 2005-07 |
| File: | fac-writing-cv.pdf 77Kb |
| Title: | Guidelines for consumer representatives on conference organising committees |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2006, 3p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumer representatives |
| Abstract: | Resource for consumer representatives |
| Topic: | Consumer participation |
| Project: | Consumer Representatives Recruitment, Training and Support Project 2005-07 |
| File: | fac-conference-organising-committee.pdf 76Kb |
| Title: | How can I prepare for a visit to my health care professional? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2008, 1p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This contains points to consider when visiting a health care professional including being clear about your visit and your doctor?s advice, writing down questions, seeking more information and finding support groups. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-prepare-visit-health-care-professional.pdf 71Kb |
| Title: | How do I make a complaint? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2008, 3p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | There is now in each state and territory a body that is responsible for dealing with complaints from people who believe they have not received good health care. In addition, many individual health services have established processes for hearing and dealing with complaints within their organisation. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-how-make-complaint.pdf 77Kb |
| Title: | How to assess diagnosis and self-help websites |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, April 2008, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This information sheet, which lists criteria to assess diagnosis and self-help websites on the internet, was developed as part of the 'E-health for consumers' project. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| Project: | E-health for Consumers Project 2006-08 |
| File: | fac-458-assess-diagnosis-self-help-websites.pdf 45Kb |
| Title: | How to assess electronic health records, care plans and messaging systems |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, April 2008, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This information sheet, which lists criteria to assess electronic health records on the internet or used by health professionals, was developed as part of the 'E-health for consumers' project. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| Project: | E-health for Consumers Project 2006-08 |
| File: | fac-457-assess-e-health-records.pdf 43Kb |
| Title: | How to assess health information websites |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, April 2008, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | This information, which lists criteria to assess health information websites on the internet, was developed as part of the 'E-health for consumers' project. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| Project: | E-health for Consumers Project 2006-08 |
| File: | fac-456-assess-health-information-websites.pdf 42Kb |
| Title: | Know the active ingredient |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, October 2008, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Knowing the active ingredient in your medicine will help you avoid confusing your medicines. The active ingredient name identifies the chemical in the medicine that makes it work. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| Project: | Community Quality Use of Medicines Project 2008-09 |
| File: | fac-know-the-active-ingredient.pdf 429Kb |
| Title: | New medicines - are they always better? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-new-medicines-are-they-better.pdf 91Kb |
| Title: | Read the label. It's important |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-read-the-label.pdf 126Kb |
| Title: | Remembering your medicines |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-remembering-your-medicines.pdf 90Kb |
| Title: | Strengthening meeting skills for teleconferences |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, February 2006, 3p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumer representatives |
| Abstract: | This fact sheet describes the basic types of teleconferences, when they work best and their disadvantages, how to be a good participant and a good Chair in a teleconference, and some strategies to help with effective teleconferencing. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| Project: | Consumer Representatives Recruitment, Training and Support Project 2005-07 |
| File: | fac-teleconferences.pdf 77Kb |
| Title: | Talking with your doctor or pharmacist |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-talking-with-doctor-pharmacist.pdf 92Kb |
| Title: | Using the internet to find reliable health information |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| Project: | E-health for Consumers Project 2006-08 |
| File: | fac-using-the-internet.pdf 95Kb |
| Title: | What is a medicine? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia and National Prescribing Service |
| Source: | CHF, July 2007, 2p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Fact sheets developed by CHF and the National Prescribing Service as part of the Community Quality Use of Medicines Program. |
| Topic: | Medicines and medical devices / Improving health and wellbeing / Information and communication |
| File: | fac-what-is-a-medicine.pdf 80Kb |
| Title: | What should I be aware of before consenting to medical treatment? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2008, 1p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | As a consumer, you have the right to be informed about your treatment so that you have the information necessary to make a decision. This includes information on the benefits, the risks, and the costs. |
| Topic: | Information and communication / Improving health and wellbeing |
| File: | fac-aware-before-medical-treatment.pdf 65Kb |
| Title: | What should I consider when taking out private health insurance? |
| Author: | Consumers Health Forum of Australia |
| Source: | CHF, August 2008, 1p |
| Category: | Fact sheet for consumers |
| Abstract: | Important aspects to consider include the waiting period before making a claim, the premium, any gap in payment between treatment fees and rebate and if there are preferred providers. |
| Topic: | Information and communication |
| File: | fac-consider-when-taking-health-insurance.pdf 72Kb |
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