Count Us In

Chances are, you or someone you know is living with a neurological condition. These conditions don’t just impact the person – they also affect families, friends, and carers, shaping the lives of many Australians.

Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill health and disability globally, impacting more than three billion people worldwide — and alarmingly, these numbers are rising fast.

In Australia, neurological conditions are among the top five disease burdens, affecting millions of lives and placing a significant strain on healthcare systems and communities.

The sad fact is that neurological conditions have not received the same attention, resources, or recognition that other leading disease groups have. This needs to change.

That’s why the Neurological Alliance Australia (NAA) – a collective of peak bodies representing people living with neurological and neuro-muscular conditions – has launched the Count Us In campaign.

Together, we are advocating for the creation of a Taskforce for Neurological Conditions to urgently address six critical areas of need.

With a federal election approaching, we urge all political parties to commit to this Taskforce to improve care, support, and outcomes for Australians affected by neurological conditions.

Here’s how you can help: If MPs know their constituents support this cause, they are far more likely to act. It takes just a few minutes to send an email to your local MP – every voice counts!

Count us in!

Chances are, you or someone you know is living with a neurological condition. These conditions don’t just impact the person – they also affect families, friends, and carers, shaping the lives of many Australians.

Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill health and disability globally, impacting more than three billion people worldwide — and alarmingly, these numbers are rising fast.

In Australia, neurological conditions are among the top five disease burdens, affecting millions of lives and placing a significant strain on healthcare systems and communities.

The sad fact is that neurological conditions have not received the same attention, resources, or recognition that other leading disease groups have. This needs to change.

That’s why the Neurological Alliance Australia (NAA) – a collective of peak bodies representing people living with neurological and neuro-muscular conditions – has launched the Count Us In campaign.

Together, we are advocating for the creation of a Taskforce for Neurological Conditions to urgently address six critical areas of need.

With a federal election approaching, we urge all political parties to commit to this Taskforce to improve care, support, and outcomes for Australians affected by neurological conditions.

Here’s how you can help: If MPs know their constituents support this cause, they are far more likely to act. It takes just a few minutes to send an email to your local MP – every voice counts!

Count us in!

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I am writing to you as a concerned constituent to draw your attention to a critical issue affecting millions of Australians — neurological conditions.

Neurological conditions have a lifelong impact not only on those diagnosed but also on their families, friends, and carers.

A recent study released by The Lancet Neurology revealed that there are now more than three billion (1 in 3) people worldwide living with a neurological condition, making them the leading cause of ill health and disability in the world.

In Australia, the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has identified neurological conditions as one of the top five disease burdens, with an estimated annual impact exceeding $100 billion on our economy.

The sad fact is that neurological conditions have not received the attention, resources, and recognition that other leading disease groups—such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and mental health — have rightly been accorded.

The Neurological Alliance Australia (NAA) – which comprises over 30 peak bodies representing Australians living with neurological conditions – is calling for the establishment of a Taskforce for Neurological Conditions.

This Taskforce will be instrumental in recommending actions to establish a funded, national action plan aimed at enhancing prevention, early detection and intervention, management, care, and research for neurological conditions

The NAA's Count Us In campaign highlights six pressing areas that the Taskforce must comprehensively address:

1. Boost investment in medical research for neurological conditions

2. Advance progress on a stronger NDIS that better serves people with neurological conditions
 
3. Complete establishment of a National Neurological Dataset to drive better care
 
4. Guarantee equal access to assistive technology for those in need

5. End NDIS age discrimination so older Australians aren't left behind

6. Improve integration between Aged Care, Health, and Disability services

As my representative, I implore you to support this critical initiative. Your advocacy can make a significant difference in the lives of millions of Australians who are affected by neurological conditions.

Please help ensure that neurological conditions receive the attention and resources they deserve by pledging to create a Taskforce for Neurological Conditions.

Thank you for your time and consideration on this important issue.

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