Data sharing in health and social care in Australia: lessons for integrating care for priority populations

npj Digital Public Health 2026 Open access

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Authors: Maria Gabriela Uribe Guajardo, Vicki Giannopoulos, Michelle M. Cunich, James Gillespie, Tim Shaw, John Graeme Eastwood, Carmen Huckel Schneider
DOI: 10.1038/s44482-025-00007-1
Cited by: 1
References: 23

Abstract

There is a dialogue surrounding improving public services by shifting to an integrated care approach. Sharing can improve the continuum of care, care provision and coordination. We explored data-sharing across sectors. Social services reported less technology support and sharing is limited. Barriers and facilitators were uncovered. Increasing technology performance, and agreements and for better serve priority populations is needed.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Interprofessional Education and Collaboration Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation Healthcare innovation and challenges

Publication details

Journal / source
npj Digital Public Health
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
1
Issue
1
Publication date
4 February 2026
Language
EN