Fact sheets
PBS Safety Net and 60-day prescriptions explained
Read more about how 60-day prescriptions work with the PBS Safety Net.
60-day prescriptions fact sheet – First Nations
This fact sheet includes information on the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme, 60-day prescriptions and how 60-day prescriptions can help those who are eligible.
Posters
60-day prescriptions A4 poster – general practice (GP) clinics
A 60-day prescriptions A4 poster for GP clinics and other health care settings.
60-day prescriptions A3 poster – general practice (GP) clinics
A 60-day prescriptions poster for GP clinics and other health care settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – community setting – more medicines
A 60-day prescriptions poster for community settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – community setting – less travel
A 60-day prescriptions poster for community settings which promotes the benefits of less travel with cheaper medicines.
60-day prescriptions poster
A 60-day prescriptions poster for health care settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – First Nations
A 60-day prescriptions poster for health care settings.
Case studies
60-day prescriptions – Jeanette case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Jonathan case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Hermine case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
Videos
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60-day prescriptions – Dr Christie Rodda, Prescriber case study
In this case study for prescribers, Dr Christie Rodda, a rural area GP, shares how she uses 60-day prescriptions to help her patients have a better experience with the health system.
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PBS indexation freeze advertisement – 15 seconds
From 1 January 2025, there is a one-year freeze on the maximum patient cost of PBS medicines and a 5-year freeze for concession card holders. Find out more at health.gov.au/cheapermedicines.
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PBS indexation freeze advertisement – 30 seconds
From 1 January 2025, there is a one-year freeze on the maximum patient cost of PBS medicines and a 5-year freeze for concession card holders. Find out more at health.gov.au/cheapermedicines.
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60-day prescriptions – Dr Christie Rodda, a rural doctor case study
Watch this video with Dr Christie Rodda – a rural area GP sharing how 60-day prescriptions improve access and affordability for patients in remote areas.
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60-day prescriptions – Janelle Scully, optometrist case study
Watch this video with Janelle Scully – an optometrist highlighting the benefits of 60-day prescriptions for patients with chronic conditions.
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60-day prescriptions patient frequently asked questions – Episode 2 – January 2025
Hear more answers to frequently asked questions about 60-day prescriptions in this second episode of videos by Dr Nicole Higgins.
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