How can evidence-based practice contribute to reducing health inequalities in NSW?

Abstract

Health inequalities are apparent within Australia; however, they are more starkly obvious when we compare our health with that of our Pacific and Asian neighbours. In examining how evidence-based practice can help reduce health inequalities, I begin with an example of how evidence obtained from research has been useful in dealing with a cause of massive health inequalities, a problem that consigned millions to the twilight zone of mental retardation.