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Growing and supporting Australia’s health system and aged care capacity

The Australian Government is supporting the states and territories to increase the capacity of the health system, as the country enters the next phase of the National Plan to re-open and live with COVID-19.

Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Melbourne on 4 November 2021 on Government funding for WEHI, Vaccine rollout and booster shots

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Melbourne on 4 November 2021 on Government funding for WEHI, Vaccine rollout and booster shots.

Interview with Sarah Harris and Tristan MacManus, Studio 10, 4 November 2021, on NHMRC Health & Medical Research Grants, COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Sarah Harris and Tristan MacManus, Studio 10, 4 November 2021, on NHMRC Health & Medical Research Grants, COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids.

$239 million for Australian health and medical researchers

248 innovative research projects will receive a share of $239 million from the Australian Government to help advance our understanding of a wide range of health and medical issues faced by Australians.

Solid foundations for the future of stem cell transplants

The Australian Government is helping refine the delivery of life-saving stem cell and bone marrow transplants for patients with blood or immune disorders, and those receiving chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

World-leading appointment for Australian disaster response expert

The strategic founder of Australia’s National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre (NCCTRC), Professor Leonard Notaras AO, has been appointed Chair of the World Health Organization’s Emergency Medical Team (EMT) Strategic Advisory Group (SAG).

Recommendations of review into COVID outbreaks in aged care accepted

The Australian Government has accepted all 38 recommendations from a review into COVID-19 outbreaks in residential aged care facilities.

Medicare to fund allied health case conferencing

New Medicare items will encourage eligible health providers to work together more closely to support the health of vulnerable Australians

Additional support for Australian men battling prostate cancer

From 1 November 2021, Australian men with prostate cancer will have access to a new medication at an affordable price, thanks to the Australian Government.

New and amended PBS listings to help thousands of Australians

From 1 November 2021, Australians with a respiratory illness, early onset puberty and blood cancer will have improved access to subsidised medicines through new and amended listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

Australia’s COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout delivers high vaccination rates among people with disability

The Australian Government has welcomed the formal submission of the final report from the Disability Royal Commission on Public Hearing 12, which examined the experiences of people with disability through the COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout.

Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Melbourne on 29 October 2021 on New funding to support COVID-19 cases at home and COVID-19 vaccination rollout

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Melbourne on 29 October 2021 on New funding to support COVID-19 cases at home and COVID-19 vaccination rollout.

Interview with Jim Wilson from 2GB Drive on 27 October 2021 on Booster shots, rapid antigen tests and quarantine policy for tennis players

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Jim Wilson from 2GB Drive on 27 October 2021 on Booster shots, rapid antigen tests and quarantine policy for tennis players.

Interview with Kieran Gilbert from Sky News on 27 October 2021 on Booster Shots, Rapid Antigen Testing, Emissions Reduction

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's interview with Kieran Gilbert from Sky News on 27 October 2021 on Booster Shots, Rapid Antigen Testing, Emissions Reduction.

Interview with Jaynie Seal from Sky News Regional on 27 October 2021 on regional hospitals in crisis

Read the transcript of Minister Gillespie's interview with Jaynie Seal from Sky News Regional on 27 October 2021 on regional hospitals in crisis.

Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Canberra on 27 October 2021 on TGA approves Pfizer booster shot roll out and vaccination shots prepared for 5-11 year olds

Read the transcript of Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Canberra on 27 October 2021 on TGA approves Pfizer booster shot roll out and vaccination shots prepared for 5-11 year olds.

TGA approval for Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster dose

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has approved a booster dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 18 years and older.

Making it easier for senior Australians to access and navigate aged care

The Australian Government is creating a one-stop-shop to make it easier for senior Australians and their families to connect to aged care services.

Record female representation on new NHMRC Council

The Australian Government has announced the membership of the Council of the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC).

Australia launches latest COVID-19 vaccine communications campaign

The next phase of the Australian Government’s vaccine communication campaign launches today, with the message ‘we’re almost there Australia’, reminding people that with increasing vaccinations we are able to return to a more normal, free life.

Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Canberra on 24 October 2021 on Vaccination rates, PR Campaign and climate change

Minister Hunt's Press Conference in Canberra on 24 October 2021 on Vaccination rates, PR Campaign and climate change.

New help for Australians on the IVF journey

From 1 November 2021, people will be able to claim a Medicare rebate for five new Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) items for new Pre-implantation Genetic Testing (PGT) services provided within the existing IVF process.

Breast cancer treatment expanded on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme

The Morrison Government is helping improve access to an important treatment for Australians battling a form of breast cancer.

Medicare rebates for bowel inflammation testing

From 1 November 2021, patients with chronic bowel inflammation will be able to claim a Medicare rebate for non-invasive laboratory tests.

Key rural health workforce program extended to get more medicos in the bush

A key rural health workforce program that enables nursing and dental students and trainee doctors to train in regional and rural Australia is being extended for another three years by the Australian Government.