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19 March 2024 - We develop policy and hold regulatory responsibilities for pathology in Australia. Learn about approval and accreditation processes, compliance activities and how we support quality pathology services.

25 September 2023 - A new Childhood Mental Health Research Plan will shape $50 million in funding from the Medical Research Future Fund. An independent Expert Advisory Panel formed the plan. Members tell us how it will help improve children’s mental health and wellbeing.

16 July 2024 - A list of bulletins that summarise outcomes from recent meetings of the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).

14 May 2025 - Learn how we define outbreaks and pandemics and how we plan and prepare to manage them.

25 February 2025 - These statements for advertising campaigns certify that the campaigns comply with relevant guidelines and policies.

15 November 2021 - A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on COVID-19, schools and reopening Australia.

10 November 2022 - The Australian Health Sector Emergency Response Plan for Novel Coronavirus guides the Australian health sector response. This management and operational plan focuses on people with disability. An Easy Read version is also available.

7 April 2020 - These documents outline scenario modelling undertaken to inform how Australia prepares our health system, including our intensive care units, for COVID-19.

1 June 2021 - Monday 31 May is the World Health Organization’s 34th World No Tobacco Day. This day raises awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and exposure. It highlights national and global efforts to fight the tobacco epidemic and protect future generations from its harmful effects.

9 April 2020 - A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about recommendations to the National Cabinet around management of health risk for Australian crew on international flights.