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20 December 2022 - We conduct independent reviews of Medicare, the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS), the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Schedule and specific MBS and PBS items. This helps ensure our healthcare system stays up to date with the latest research and practices.

12 June 2025 - Eligible Aboriginal health services can apply at any time by completing the application form.

7 August 2023 - Find out how vaccines are developed, tested and monitored for safety in Australia.

15 September 2025 - Read our latest news items related to health data and medical research.

16 July 2019 - Drugs affect the way your body and mind function; they can change how you feel, think and behave. People take drugs for different reasons and in different ways. Find out about legal and illegal drugs.

31 July 2025 - The Australian Government is investing $50 million in genomic research that will lead to personalised treatments for a wide range of health issues. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).

11 June 2025 - Information for pharmaceutical companies on what medicines are eligible for the Life Saving Drugs Program (LSDP) and how to apply for listing.

10 May 2021 - Being active is essential for good mental and physical health and wellbeing. It reduces the risk of many diseases, including some cancers, and helps maintain a healthy weight. Read about how much activity adults should do each day, and how to include it in your day.

8 September 2023 - Sexual health can affect and be affected by physical, mental and emotional health. Protecting yourself from sexually transmissible infections (STI) is an important part of good sexual health.

6 May 2021 - Being active is important to good health and wellbeing at any age. Read about what we mean by physical activity and sedentary behaviour, how active Australians are, and why everyone should be active every day to stay healthy.