5 messages for pollies as we approach election time

For one, refrain from politicising healthcare and lock in policies for the long term, advises Professor Simon Willcock
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As the next election edges ever-closer, here are five key messages that politicians should keep firmly in mind.

Remember to reflect on that, and not use health services as a whipping post.

As with most crime statistics, the Australian figures are great and getting better, but people opportunistically focus on the negative stories.

Patient-centred care is the only appropriate health service delivery model in 2019.