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29 April 2026 - Learn about the policy work we do to support Australia's National Oral Health Plan through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS). The schedule covers part or all of the cost of some basic dental services for eligible patients.

25 July 2025 - The National Lung Cancer Screening Program (NLCSP) is a screening program using low-dose computed tomography (low-dose CT) scans to look for lung cancer in high-risk people without any symptoms. It aims to find lung cancer early and save lives. Screening for eligible people is available now.

8 May 2026 - The SDCP funds specialist dementia care units in residential aged care homes. The units provide specialised care to people with very severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. They aim to reduce or stabilise symptoms so that people can transition into less intensive care settings.

13 March 2026 - The National Cervical Screening Program reduces illness and death from cervical cancer. Women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 are invited to have a Cervical Screening Test every 5 years through their healthcare provider.

7 February 2025 - Read the latest private health insurance circulars for updates on matters affecting private health insurers.

23 April 2026 - The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program (NATSIFACP) provides flexible, culturally safe aged care services. The program makes it easier to remain close to home and community.

12 December 2025 - Find out more about receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.

23 January 2026 - The Prescribed List of Medical Devices and Human Tissue Products specifies the benefits health insurers must pay for specific medical devices or human tissue products. Find out what it includes, how to apply, when we update the list, and the legislation that underpins it.

24 April 2026 - Vaccination providers can administer vaccines for eligible individuals.

1 November 2022 - Launch of Australia’s first standard for care of stillbirth.