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26 April 2024 - This poster outlines the importance of tipping out stagnant water, when travelling to avoid mosquito-borne diseases.

26 April 2024 - There are a few simple and effective ways to protect yourself against mosquito borne viruses, like JEV.

2 May 2023 - Looking after your body and mind by eating well, being active, getting vaccinated and avoiding risky behaviours – like smoking or drinking too much – can prevent many diseases and keep you healthy and well. We work to enable healthy living through supportive environments.

31 January 2025 - A poster for First Nations women about where they can get their free breast screen.

19 September 2024 - Drugs are substances, other than food or water, that alter the way the body functions, physically or mentally. Most are used to treat medical conditions and are prescribed by a doctor, but some are illegal. Drugs can be dangerous. Find help to reduce your drug use or support someone close to you.

30 September 2012 - This guidance from the Environmental Health Standing Committee (enHealth) outlines the steps that can be taken to identify an unknown toxicant in a drinking water source.

6 May 2025 - We are monitoring the mpox situation in Australia. We will update this page with the latest medical advice and official reports.

21 December 2021 - This guidance from the Environmental Health Standing Committee (enHealth) provides advice to state and territory health departments about reducing exposure to lead and other metals from plumbing products.

16 May 2025 - Find out about the people who lead us in our Executive team, including the experience they bring to Health, Disability and Aged Care.

18 February 2025 - The environment we live and work in affects our health. We work with other Australian Government agencies, state and territory governments and other organisations to manage environmental health.