6 January 2026
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Information about hepatitis B vaccines, who it is recommended for, how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get the hepatitis B vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program.
4 August 2025
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The BreastScreen Australia Program is supported by a number of frameworks and strategies. They guide how the program is delivered and make sure that high standards are maintained and best practice followed.
29 July 2021
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Together, body mass index (BMI) and waist size can help work out whether your weight is within the healthy range and whether you are at risk of some chronic conditions. Find out what each means and how to use them.
26 November 2025
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You may have questions about vaccinating your child. Below are answers to some of the common questions, based on the latest evidence and proven advice.
23 October 2024
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Medicare subsidises a large number of health services and products. You can use your Medicare card to access medical services, hospital services for public patients, surgical services, prescription medicines, eye tests, pathology tests, imaging and scans.
14 August 2023
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The National Immunisation Program provides free vaccines to eligible people to help reduce diseases that can be prevented by vaccination.
8 December 2020
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The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) have released a revised version of the Australian guidelines to reduce health risks from drinking alcohol.
6 August 2025
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The Aged Care Quality Standards set the standard for the safety and quality of aged care accessed by older people in Australia. Find out how we've strengthened the Quality Standards to make them more measurable and detailed.