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We are testing a new framework for the delivery of virtual nursing services in residential aged care.

We are hosting a webinar for residential aged care providers on changes to care minutes funding and financial reporting.

From 22 April 2025 Revalidated Service Requests must include supporting evidence, and will expire three months after submission.

Getting your flu vaccine reduces the risk of serious illness and complications caused by influenza.

Find out more about the changes to tobacco products sold in Australia in 2025 under new tobacco laws.

Applications are now open for the Support at Home Thin Markets grant.

Budget 2025–26 information for the Health and Aged Care portfolio is now available.

New guidance is available for in-home aged care providers to help set their own prices for the first year of the new Support at Home program.

Feedback and suggestions from aged care residents are key to improving aged care in Australia.

Protect yourself and your older community from common viruses like COVID-19 and flu. These are respiratory infections can make you cough and sneeze, give you a runny nose sore throat or fever. COVID-19 and flu can also get worse and lead to headaches, aches, shortness of breath and chest pain.

Congratulations to the Australian team who were selected to compete at the upcoming 2025 ICF Slalom World Championships in Penrith.

Historic moments in women’s football have paved the way for women and girls in sport today.

IHACPA is looking for additional residential aged care providers to expand their Residential Aged Care Cost Collection 2024–25. Express your interest to help inform pricing advice.

Specialisation Verification helps older people from diverse backgrounds find verified specialised aged care services that meet their needs.

Join Ms Rosemary Huxtable AO PSM at 2:00pm AEST on 7 April 2025 for an update on the National Health and Medical Research Strategy

We are hosting a webinar to give older people, families and carers an update on the Support at Home program.

Applications are open for 2 new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunities.

We are seeking nominations for the Chair of the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB). AMRAB advises the Minister for Health and Aged Care on where to direct spending under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). Nominations close on 11 May 2025.

Health risks in the aftermath of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred in Queensland and New South Wales remain serious. These include infections, difficulty getting medicines, contaminated food or water, and mosquito-borne illnesses. Take care of yourself and loved ones. Support is available.

The updated Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Genomics Health Futures Mission Roadmap and Implementation Plan are now available.

$37.5 million investment to improve consumer health literacy and support health professional education to promote the safe and effective use of medicines.

The Support at Home program manual is now available to help providers understand how to deliver the Support at Home program.

Protect your health and the people around you during the Cyclone Alfred emergency. Plan ahead and take simple steps to prepare.