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$120 million for research to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care
News and media20 January 2026 - The Australian Government is investing $120.1 million in 60 groundbreaking health research projects. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
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Recommendations for pregnancy
Topics13 March 2026 - Being active during and after pregnancy is essential for the good health and wellbeing of both you and your baby. But you might need to modify the exercises you do as your body changes during pregnancy and add pelvic floor exercises.
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Better Access initiative
Our work6 February 2026 - The Better Access initiative gives Medicare benefits to help people access mental health professionals and care, regardless of where they live. Find out how the initiative works, who is eligible and how you can access supports.
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Other Medical Practitioner Extension Program
Our work11 May 2026 - The Other Medical Practitioner Extension Program (OMPEP) provides access to higher Medicare rebates for eligible medical practitioners without specialist registration in General Practice who deliver services in approved locations and who meet strict eligibility requirements.
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User guide – Active ingredient prescribing
Resources › Publications17 June 2025 - This user guide supports prescribers in all healthcare settings to adopt active ingredient prescribing.
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About prescriptions
Topics › Medicines4 March 2024 - Some medicines are only available from a pharmacist with a prescription from an authorised health practitioner. This ensures that your health practitioner can first assess your condition, determine which medicine you need and give you advice before you take it.
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List of Medicines for Brand Consideration – Active ingredient prescribing
Our work › Active ingredient prescribing › Excluded medicinal items and medicines for brand consideration3 October 2025 - This List of Medicines for Brand Consideration (LMBC) includes medicines prescribers should consider prescribing by brand in addition to active ingredient, if clinically needed to treat their patient.
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COVID-19 symptoms, spread and prevention
Topics12 March 2025 - COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease. Symptoms range from mild to severe. Most people recover within a few days. Some people stay unwell far longer with long COVID. Getting vaccinated is the best protection.
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The importance of active play
Resources › Publications20 October 2009 - This Get Up & Grow brochure provides tips on keeping your child active through fun and play.
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Electronic Prescribing Active Script List Privacy Framework
Resources › Publications13 August 2025 - The Electronic Prescribing Active Script List (ASL) Privacy Framework describes the privacy, identity and consent processes that relate to release 1 & 2 of the implementation of Active Script.