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The Australian Government has launched the latest phase of the COVID-19 campaign to encourage eligible Australians to stay up to date with their vaccination status by booking a COVID-19 booster.

The Australian Government has announced that from 18 April 2022, a number of changes to Australia’s international border arrangements will take effect.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of all ages can get their free 715 health check at Aboriginal Medical Services and bulk-billing clinics. This health check helps identify whether someone is at risk of illnesses or chronic conditions.

The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has made recommendations on a winter booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine

The Australian Government announced a record $503 billion investment in our universal health system in the 2021–22 Budget. We’ve updated our Health Funding Facts tool to use the latest figures. Find out more about our key investment areas.

COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania to help you book a vaccination appointment.

Becoming a general practitioner is a rewarding career choice that provides vital healthcare support to local communities. Applications to join the Australian General Practitioner Training (AGPT) program in 2023 opened on 21 March 2022.

Funding from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) has supported the development and commercialisation of the world’s first dedicated lung scanner.

An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 16 March 2022.

Hear from Doctor Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, talking about Closing the Gap day.

Professor Michael Kidd, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, discusses making healthy choices, and the small steps we can take every day to enjoy a healthy life.

Many areas of eastern Australia are currently affected by severe floods. The Australian Government will provide more than $35.9 million in funding to ensure the continuity of vital health services and mental health support. Find out what healthcare support and services are available to help you.

COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in (QLD, NSW, VIC and TAS) to help you book a vaccination appointment.

This national health workforce plan sets a target for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to be fully represented in the health workforce by 2031. We co-designed the plan in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health leaders.

An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 9 March 2022.

10 March is World Kidney Day, and all this week is Healthy Kidney Week. Deputy Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd answers 3 important questions on how you can keep these vital organs healthy and happy.

The world’s biggest women’s sporting event is fast approaching.

The program is monitoring flood affected areas and will work with service providers to ensure continuity of service should sites be affected. Service providers can contact the program on 1800 500 726 should they be affected by flooding.

If you've been affected by the floods in New South Wales and Queensland there are a range of services you can access to stay on top of your health needs.