Better Physical Health for People with Mental Illness
Source: Victoria. Minister for Health. Media Release
"A groundbreaking new project will boost access to vital health services for Victorians with a mental illness thanks to a $400,000 Brumby Labor Government funding boost. Visiting Inner South Community Health Service in South Melbourne, Health Minister Daniel Andrews and Mental Health Minister Lisa Neville launched the Improving access to primary health care services for people with serious mental illness demonstration project.“The Brumby Labor Government is taking action to reduce the impact of chronic disease in the Victorian community,” Mr Andrews said. This project will address barriers for people with mental illness, boosting awareness and making it easier to access vital primary health services,” he said."