4364.0.55.001 - National Health Survey: First Results, 2014-15  
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LONG-TERM HEALTH CONDITIONS

The National Health Survey (NHS) collects data on a broad range of health conditions, with a focus on those that pose significant health problems. The 2014-15 NHS included separate modules for the following conditions:

  • Asthma;
  • Arthritis;
  • Cancer;
  • Diabetes mellitus;
  • Heart and circulatory conditions;
  • Kidney disease;
  • Mental and behavioural conditions;
  • Sight and hearing problems; and
  • Osteoporosis.

An Other Long Term Conditions module includes a range of further conditions such as allergies and back problems.