The Busselton health surveys, inspired by local GP Kevin Cullen, commenced in 1966 and represent one of the longest running health studies in the world. They are internationally known thanks to the people of Busselton and the 250 health research articles that have been based on the findings from these surveys. You can easily verify this for yourself simply by doing a Google internet search of “Busselton Health Study”.

The findings have helped health professionals, researchers, planners and managers to identify and understand trends in health behaviours (like smoking) and health outcomes (like heart disease) and, very importantly, to understand why some people have higher risks of certain diseases than others.

It is absolutely fantastic that the community of Busselton, through the surveys, has been able to help Western Australia and the world in general achieve a better understanding of health and disease that slowly but surely leads to a better life for us all.

Enquiries phone Elspeth Inglis on 08 9727 1148