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14 June 2022 - The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) has reviewed the current COVID-19 situation in Australia and revised the need for mandated mask wearing in certain settings.

26 September 2022 - Australia’s immunisation experts, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation, recommend COVID-19 vaccination for some children aged 6 months to under 5 years who have an increased risk of getting very sick from COVID-19. The COVID-19 vaccination will help reduce this risk.

18 June 2024 - One in ten newborns need help to start breathing at birth. Australian company ResusRight is developing a world-first portable resuscitation monitor. The Nemo monitor shows paramedics and birth attendants how much air to give the baby, helping to avoid injury or death.

5 June 2024 - The Preventive and Public Health Research initiative will provide $545.1 million over 10 years from 2024–25. It will fund targeted research into new ways to address risk factors for chronic and complex diseases in Australia.

2 April 2025 - All Australian Government-funded aged care providers must protect the rights of older people through delivery of quality care in line with quality obligations. The aged care regulator, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC), monitors and accredits providers.

7 March 2024 - How to use our quick exit banner and browse safely online.

28 September 2023 - Over 90% of childhood brain cancer survivors develop life threatening and disabling health conditions after they finish cancer treatment. Engage is a consumer co-designed telehealth trial that helps these survivors manage their health and improve their quality of life.

20 March 2025 - This Tech Talk brings you the latest updates from our digital transformation program as we prepare for our upcoming October release.

6 November 2024 - Hearing Services Program providers must follow the terms of their contract and legislation. We help providers to maintain compliance and regularly conduct compliance monitoring.

11 April 2022 - Hospital update and second tier benefits eligibility announcement.