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4 March 2024 - Some medicines are only available from a pharmacist with a prescription from an authorised health practitioner. This ensures that your health practitioner can first assess your condition, determine which medicine you need and give you advice before you take it.

29 June 2024 - Read the latest reports from the Medical Research Future Fund.

1 November 2024 - The Communicable Diseases Network Australia (CDNA) has several subcommittees reporting to it. Use these links to find out more about their work.

29 April 2025 - Many Australians live with chronic conditions, which can cause illness, disability and even death. Find out what chronic conditions are and where to find more information about them.

18 August 2024 - Learn what a communicable disease is, how they are classified and spread, and how some can be prevented.

21 November 2022 - Blood and blood products save lives and improve the health of patients. About 1 in 3 Australians will need blood or blood products in their lifetime. Learn about blood and blood products in Australia.

24 June 2024 - Contact to find out more about privacy within the department, or to make a privacy enquiry or complaint.

4 June 2025 - The Australian Government pays subsidies and supplements to residential aged care providers on behalf of residents in respite care.

4 June 2025 - Protecting your bub from serious illness starts before birth, with free vaccines you can get while pregnant. These vaccines help protect your baby against influenza, whooping cough and RSV. Yarn to your midwife or health worker about getting your free maternal vaccinations.