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A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on booster doses in adolescents aged 12-15 years.

We invite you to join us for our next Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar at 10:30am on 12 April 2022.

iSISTAQUIT works in a culturally safe way to assist Indigenous women navigate health and wellbeing systems so they can quit smoking.

An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 30 March 2022.

In these videos, Dr Mark Wenitong walks us through the testing process step by step

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To support the great work already being done by Aboriginal Health Services and organisations, WA have introduced the Maxi Vaxi bus, a vaccination bus that will travel to the Kimberley, Pilbara, Midwest and Goldfields regions during March and April 2022 to offer additional vaccination clinics.

A new expert advisory panel will guide research into mental health under the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

A report on Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity gender data is now available.

The Australian Government has announced investments in the Medical Research Future Fund and a new plan for biotechnology in Australia in the 2022-23 Budget.

COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in (Vic, NSW, Qld, SA and NT) to help you book a vaccination appointment.

We have published the final report of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Review Committee. The committee reviewed Medicare Schedule Benefits (MBS) plain ECG items, which were introduced on 1 August 2020 following recommendations from the MBS Review Taskforce.

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on winter season preparedness.

A new website has been launched for the National Gene Technology Scheme – a collaboration between all Australian governments. Learn more about the new website.

Health Budget 2022–23 information is now available.

Vaccination against influenza is important this year with the Australian community potentially more vulnerable to the virus.

An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 23 March 2022.

Read our policy for Department of Health staff who participate in activities funded by the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

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.