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The Australian Government has listed Nyxoid® – a nasal spray that works as an antidote to narcotics overdoses – on the PBS.

Victoria has signed its National Health Agreement with the Australian Government, and will receive total funding of $32.4 billion from 2020–21 to 2024–25.

Australians in some of the most remote parts of the country will soon have greater access to a doctor, with the Australian Government investing $45.5 million in GP telehealth consultations.

Women with or suspected of having breast cancer will be able to claim Medicare benefits for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, from 1 November 2019.

The Australian Government has introduced a new Medicare rebate for mobile x-ray services conducted at residential aged care facilities.

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt talking about new medicine listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and other health issues.

The Australian Government is investing $22 million for CanTeen to continue delivering cancer services for young people, as CanTeen marks National Bandanna Day.

On 24 October, we mark World Polio Awareness Day, a reminder that polio is a devastating disease which could easily return if we are not vigilant.

The Morrison Government welcomes the launch of today’s national women’s health survey, which reflects the challenges and opportunities for the health care needs of Australian women and girls.

A new online directory was launched today to provide people living with chronic pain—and their health practitioners—with a comprehensive list of available services to help manage their conditions.

A $3 million investment in research into the causes of chronic fatigue syndrome signals new hope for up to 240,000 Australians who suffer from its symptoms.

The annual report card on our National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan shows strong progress.

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Leon Byner on 5AA where he talks about news reports about medicines listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt speaking at the Great Strides Fun Run about the listing of 2 new medicines, Symdeko and Orkambi, on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for patients with cystic fibrosis.

The Morrison Government has appointed a team of experts to provide independent advice on the development of the Primary Health Care 10-Year Plan.

The Morrison Government is taking national action to tackle osteoporosis, a chronic condition where bones become brittle, leading to a higher risk of breaks than in normal bones.

Golfer Hannah Green has won the prestigious Outstanding Woman in Sport Award at the Australian Women’s Health Women in Sport Awards  tonight in Sydney.

A package of education and awareness measures designed to reduce rates of stillbirth, will soon be available for health professionals and pregnant women across Australia.

Read Minister Hunt's address to Medicines Australia's PharmAus 2019. Minister Hunt talks about the Australian Government's medicines listings record, and the importance of medical research.

The Minister for Health, Greg Hunt, and the Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Richard Colbeck, have paid tribute to the Honourable Richard Tracey AM RFD QC, who passed away on Friday, 11 October.

Cutting edge researchers and entrepreneurs can receive up to $1 million from the Morrison Government to develop their breakthrough medical devices to improve patient care.

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Cathy Van Extel on ABC Radio to mark World Mental Health Day. Minister Hunt also comments on Australia's moves to combat antimicrobial resistance, and the debate about voluntary assisted dying.

National headspace Day draws our attention to the important issue of young Australians' mental health.

The Australian Government is investing $3 million from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) to examine the benefits of medicinal cannabis for pain, symptom and side effect management for cancer patients.

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt talking at the Olivia Newton John Wellness Walk about cancer research. Minister Hunt announces $3 million from the Medical Research Future Fund for research into treatment with medicinal cannabis for cancer patients.