Australians are in more pain – and our new data shows it’s not just due to ageing
- Written by Ferdi Botha, Senior Research Fellow, Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, The University of Melbourne
The degree of bodily pain reported by Australians has grown over the last two decades, and this increase cannot be attributed only to an ageing population.
Pain is a serious public health issue and can have devastating consequences for individuals, affecting their ability to have fulfilling relationships, work or look after kids.
The new findings...
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