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Annual influenza vaccination is the most important way to prevent influenza and its complications.
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Influenza seasons and severity are unpredictable. However, what we do know is that vaccination is the most important measure we have to prevent influenza and its complications.
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The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation has provided a statement on the introduction of meningococcal ACWY vaccine (Nimenrix®) for adolescents through the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
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The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation has provided advice to support immunisation providers ahead of this year’s influenza season.
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The Australian Government has issued a statement of support for the Australian Advisory Board on Technology and Healthcare Competitiveness.
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The 2019–20 Federal Budget details a comprehensive, patient-focused investment of $435 billion over the next four years.
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The influenza and pertussis vaccines are available at no cost to pregnant women.
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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.
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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.
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The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety welcomes input from the Australian community on aged care issues. Share your ideas on how to improve aged care and your experiences with aged care services.
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A new consumer information campaign to help educate Australians on the safe and effective use of their Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines commenced on 28 March 2019.
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New residential treatment facilities help people with alcohol and drug rehabilitation.
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The release today of the review of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Surveillance Colonoscopy highlights the need for doctors to take more care when determining which patients should be referred for colonoscopy.
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Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all persons aged 6 months and over (unless contraindicated) to reduce their chance of becoming ill with influenza.
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An important part of our National Ice Action Strategy, extra local drug action teams will be working with local communities to prevent and minimise alcohol and drug-related harm.
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We are continuing to fund alcohol and drug treatment and support services and trial new initiatives so that help is available to those who need it.
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The FASD Strategic Action Plan aims to reduce FASD in Australia by supporting the needs of individuals, families and communities.
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Annual vaccination is the most effective way of reducing the impact of the flu in the community, especially in residential aged care facilities.
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Annual influenza vaccination is recommended for all persons aged 6 months and over (unless contraindicated) to reduce their chance of becoming ill with influenza.
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Vaccination against flu is the best way to protect you and your children from flu and any associated illness.
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Australia's National Immunisation Strategy for 2019 to 2024 has now been released. The strategy includes eight strategic priority areas for action to complement and strengthen the NIP.
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The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is available for free to young Australians through the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
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Phase 3 of the Childhood Immunisation Education Campaign – Get the Facts (the Campaign) has launched to encourage Australian parents and carers to get their kids vaccinated.
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The Australian Government is extending childhood immunisation arrangements for family assistance payments to increase immunisation rates of children residing in Australia.
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A public consultation is currently open on proposed changes to the recommended use of pertussis vaccines in pregnant women in the Australian Immunisation Handbook.
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