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Seek Medical Advice Early
This video is part of the Federal Government’s ‘Indigenous Australians Health Program’ (IAHP) which aims to close the health and life expectancy gap. The video was created with the support of the Communities of the Tiwi Islands and the Tiwi Islands Health Clinics Julanimawu clinic at Wurrumiyanga, Jipuwampilala clinic at Milikapiti and Pirlangimpi Clinic.
Ngawurrayamangamiya Ngawurrayamangajirri: Care for Each Other
The video focuses on raising awareness in the community by regularly seeking medical advice from the local health clinics early, and the importance of taking medication as prescribed by clinic staff. It incorporates messages of valuing the use of traditional medicine, culture and lifestyle in a Tiwi way to support a holistic approach to wellbeing.
The video features local Tiwi people and takes as its main theme the importance of looking after yourself as well as others, so that the Tiwi Islanders can improve overall health and wellbeing, and remain strong.
Important Notice:
A recent passing in the Tiwi Islands affects the promotion and use of this video. Tiwi People, please note that the video contain images of ‘OldLady’: (A) Puruntatamerri of Milikapiti. Sincerest respects are paid to grieving friends and family.
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