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24 September 2020 - Your starting point for information about cancer — what it is, the different types of cancer, prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Find out what we're doing about cancer in Australia.

11 December 2023 - Christmas, summer and the festive season is a time many of us spend with our family and friends. Make sure you know the basics and protect yourself, family and friends from COVID-19.

3 June 2025 - NDARC conducts research into alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment. Find up-to-date information about AOD treatment options and how effective they are at reducing AOD-related harm.

17 March 2025 - The Genomics Health Futures Mission is investing $500.1 million in genomic research. It will improve testing and diagnosis for many diseases, help personalise treatment options to better target and improve health outcomes. It will also reduce unnecessary interventions and health costs.

7 July 2022 - While there are no formal guidelines for people with disability or chronic conditions, being active is important to stay mentally and physically healthy. If you live with disability or chronic or severe medical conditions, how you stay active will depend on your ability.

4 September 2024 - The Public Health Laboratory Network (PHLN) is Australia’s leading network of public health laboratories that have expertise and provide services in public health microbiology in Australia.

6 June 2025 - Medicare Mental Health Centres are a welcoming and non-judgemental place where you can access free mental health information, services and supports.

29 November 2022 - Private health insurance provides cover for health care not covered by Medicare such as physiotherapy and glasses. Depending on the policy you take out, it might let you have treatment in hospital as a private patient.

20 May 2025 - Haemopoietic progenitor cells (HPC) therapy can save the lives of patients with conditions of the blood, blood-producing organs or immune system. The program funds several initiatives to help eligible Australians to access HPC treatments.

2 May 2023 - Looking after your body and mind by eating well, being active, getting vaccinated and avoiding risky behaviours – like smoking or drinking too much – can prevent many diseases and keep you healthy and well. We work to enable healthy living through supportive environments.