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The Australian Government is providing $5 million for ground-breaking research into the early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of eating disorders.

HIV diagnoses in Australia is the lowest in almost 20 years due to increased prevention measures, earlier testing and treatment.

The Australian Government is providing $187 million to increase patient rebates for 176 General Practitioners (GP) service items on the Medicare Benefit Schedule (MBS). These services include health assessments, chronic disease management plans, and mental health services provided by GPs.

The Australian Government has delivered a major reform package for quality and safety in aged care.

The Australian Government will provide affordable access to four new medicines through the PBS, helping patients living with debilitating and often life threatening conditions.

The Australian Government has signed agreements with all 8 state and territory governments, Primary Health Networks and community organisations worth $229.2 million to deliver the first round of projects under the landmark $1.25 billion Community Health and Hospitals Program (CHHP)

The Australian Government will invest $924,100 for research to develop cutting edge technology to help people regain eyesight, movement, and other nerve functions.

The Australian Government is investing $400,000 in 4 innovative research grants to find new ways to protect people at risk of suicide and interventions to prevent suicide.

Professor Ian Frazer AC led the Australian delegation to the 2019 Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) International Convention. The delegation highlighted Australia’s strength in health and medical research.

The 2019 Strategic Roadmap for Dementia Research and Translation has been launched to lead the way to dementia cure and care.

Annual influenza vaccination is the most important way to prevent influenza and its complications. Annual vaccination is recommended for anyone aged 6 months and over who wishes to reduce the risk of influenza and its complications.

Phase 3 of the Childhood Immunisation Education Campaign – ‘Get the facts about immunisation’ (the Campaign) launched in January to encourage Australian parents and carers to get their kids vaccinated.

Meningococcal disease is serious, but you can be protected.

From 1 April 2019, new rules are being introduced to help make private health insurance simpler, more affordable. This will make it easier for you to choose the cover that best suits you and your family.

The influenza and whooping cough vaccines are provided free to pregnant women through the National Immunisation Program.

A new report shows the power of local campaigns in reducing tobacco use among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Annual influenza vaccination is the most important way to prevent influenza and its complications.

The Australian Government has issued a statement of support for the Australian Advisory Board on Technology and Healthcare Competitiveness.

The 2019–20 Federal Budget details a comprehensive, patient-focused investment of $435 billion over the next four years.

From 1 July 2019, you will be able to compare clear pricing information for home care services using the My Aged Care service finder. This will help you to work out which provider best meets your needs.

A new Charter of Aged Care Rights will take effect from 1 July 2019. This will replace the 4 separate charters we have now, making aged care rights easier to understand for everyone.