The UTS Faculty of Health focuses on improving health outcomes in both local and global communities. Here are some examples of our work contributing towards SDG 3.
About SDG 3: Good health and wellbeing
Well before the COVID-19 pandemic, infectious diseases caused millions of premature deaths every year. Non-communicable diseases (such as cancer) kill millions more, with poor infant and maternal health taking a further toll. The key to improvements in all areas is better access to medical services.
At UTS we’re teaching nurses, midwives and allied health workers with a special focus on workers for regional and remote Indigenous and Pacifika communities. An important part of our international network of support and collaboration includes the UTS World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Development.
Plants Remove Cancer Causing Indoor Air Toxins
Indoor plants can reduce cancer-causing petrol pollutants from the air of offices and apartments that come from connected garages and car parks
Ensuring the effectiveness of PPE in low income countries
During a pandemic, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) saves lives – but only if it does what the manufacturer says it will.
Supporting midwives to stay in the profession
A five year study is underway in Australia exploring ways to better support midwives, to help reduce burnout and departure from the workforce.
Working with regional partners across the Pacific Region to improve health outcomes
UTS continues to work with leaders to develop and strengthen health workforce capacity, regulation, and education outcomes in the Western Pacific Region to achieve better health.
