Department of Health and Ageing | Latest News

More Home-Based Palliative Care Services for Tasmania

Wed, 22 May 2013 16:53:45 +1000

Federal Minister for Ageing Mark Butler has announced $50 million in funding for palliative care in Tasmania was now available for services providers as part of the Government’s Tasmanian Health Assistance Package.

$1 Million Funding for Multiple Sclerosis Research

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:43:46 +1000

Research into multiple sclerosis (MS) prevention and treatment will receive a boost, with the Australian Government to invest a further $1 million to assist Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia (MSRA) to continue its world class research.

Major Expansion for Melaleuca Home for the Aged

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:46:46 +1000

A new $1.5 million wing of the Melaleuca Home for the Aged in East Devonport has been officially opened by Minister for Ageing, Mark Butler, and Federal Member for Braddon, Sid Sidebottom.

Janette Hall Scholarship Now Open

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:07 +1000

Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing Shayne Neumann announced the opening of the third round of the Janette Hall Professional Training and Development Scholarship Program for health professionals in the organ and tissue donation and transplantation sectors.

South East's headspace to Help Young People through Hard Times

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:48:31 +1000

Young people in south-eastern Melbourne with mental health issues will get better support in dealing with their challenges, with the launch of a new headspace service in Dandenong

Private Health Insurance Cover at Record High

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:11:48 +1000

More Australians are covered by private hospital insurance now than at any other time since reporting began 42 years ago.

National Palliative Care Week

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:08:44 +1000

Minister for Ageing, Mark Butler, has launched National Palliative Care Week at Mural Hall in Canberra alongside Dr Yvonne Luxford, CEO of Palliative Care Australia.

New Award to Recognise Achievement In Gynaecological Cancers

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:26:39 +1000

Cancer Australia is calling for nominations for a new Award to recognise outstanding contributions to improving outcomes for women with gynaecological cancers.

Delivering for Older Australians

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:53:56 +1000

The Gillard Government will continue its strong record of supporting senior Australians with a number of initiatives in the 2013-14 Budget.

Gillard Government Continues Record Ongoing Investment in Health

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:36:35 +1000

The 2013-14 Budget continues Labor’s record investment in the health of all Australians, increasing spending on frontline services, including public hospitals, cancer care and support, and mental health.

Gillard Government Funds Fight Against Cancer

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:22:49 +1000

The 2013-14 Budget delivers a new cancer care package – World Leading Cancer Care – as part of the Gillard Government’s continued investment in the fight against cancer.

Strong and Sustainable Budget

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:04:51 +1000

The 2013-14 Budget continues the Gillard Government’s strong investment in frontline health services, while delivering responsible savings to improve efficiency across the system.

Bulk Billing Rates for GP Services Reach New Record High

Mon, 13 May 2013 14:50:41 +1000

Bulk billing rates for GP services reached a new record high of 82.4% in the March quarter.

More Women to Get Free Breast Cancer Screening

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:26:36 +1000

Over the next four years, Australian women aged 70-74 will be invited for free breast cancer screening under new funding provided by the Australian Government.

Research Funding to Improve Prostate Cancer Outcomes

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:19:07 +1000

Australia’s best scientists will do more research to improve outcomes for men with prostate cancer under new Australian Government funding.

National Volunteer Week Thanks 6 Million Australians

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:00:24 +1000

National Volunteer Week on 13-19 May is the largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Australia.

Bid to Strengthen Vaccination Requirements to Enter School

Sat, 11 May 2013 11:13:24 +1000

Health Minister Tanya Plibersek has moved to strengthen immunisation requirements when children enrol in school.

NBN to Pilot New Models of Health Care for 2500 Patients

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:35:12 +1000

The Gillard Government is providing $20.3 million to nine cutting edge telehealth projects that will use the National Broadband Network to pilot new methods of health care delivery.

Living Longer Living Better in Port Noarlunga

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:54:40 +1000

Federal Minister for Ageing Mark Butler and Federal Member for Kingston Amanda Rishworth were at the Port Noarlunga Arts Centre to discuss the Government’s aged care reforms with the local community.

Advance Care Plans to be Included on E-Health Records

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:55:38 +1000

Telling your loved ones how you wish to be cared for as you get close to the end of your life will become easier.