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1 October 2026 - The National Cervical Screening Program aims to prevent cervical cancer with regular testing. The Cervical Screening Test looks for human papillomavirus (HPV). The program targets women and people with a cervix from 25 to 74 years of age.

16 April 2026 - This brochure provides information about the recommended vaccines available free for adolescents under the National Immunisation Program.

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.

26 May 2022 - Dr Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, answers the Top Three questions across our channels.

22 January 2026 - We develop policies and programs to support the development and adoption of health technologies and digital health capabilities. We also support research to ensure data and technology work safely for patients, consumers, and healthcare professionals.

18 November 2024 - Find out how we manage your personal information when you register an account as a Department of Health and Aged Care Developer Portal user.

21 August 2026 - Getting vaccinated against RSV from 28 weeks of pregnancy protects your newborn baby against Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Yarn to your midwife or health worker about getting your free RSV vaccination.

1 March 2022 - Access to culturally appropriate primary care provides for better health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We fund health providers to deliver comprehensive, culturally appropriate primary health care services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

18 June 2025 - The shingles vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) has changed.

14 May 2025 - Learn how we define outbreaks and pandemics and how we plan and prepare to manage them.