Comment

The essential health service that divides Australia

Emma Elsworthy
Updated July 2 2021 - 3:24am, first published November 29 2018 - 9:30am
DENTAL DIVIDE: Of the total annual spend on dental care ($9.9 billion in 2015-16), Australians contributed 58 per cent in out-of-pocket costs to the bill. But many Australians are simply priced out of their own dental care and the consequences for our health are grim.
DENTAL DIVIDE: Of the total annual spend on dental care ($9.9 billion in 2015-16), Australians contributed 58 per cent in out-of-pocket costs to the bill. But many Australians are simply priced out of their own dental care and the consequences for our health are grim.

I’m continually surprised by the churn of good news stories that make me feel sick to my stomach. 

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Emma Elsworthy

Emma Elsworthy

Journalist

Emma Elsworthy works in the Content Studio with a focus on sponsored content. Emma is also the editor of the Travel section. In addition, she writes feature articles and comment.

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