Rights and responsibilities

The Australian Charter of Healthcare Rights provides information about the rights of those receiving and providing care. This information is provided to patients, consumers, families, carers, and healthcare providers. These rights encourage all to work towards a healthcare system that is safe and of high quality.

The Charter's principles reflect its role within the Australian healthcare system and ensure its relevance and effectiveness.

The principles are:

• Everyone has the right to access health care.
• Australia is committed to international human rights agreements that help everyone achieve the highest standards of physical and mental health.
• Acknowledging and respecting the cultural diversity of Australian society.