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2 June 2025 - Information about the shingles vaccine, who it is recommended for, and how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get the shingles vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program.

9 July 2022 - Our information is for all Australians. We try to make sure it’s accurate and up to date, however we can’t guarantee that it will always apply to you. Find out what our responsibilities are, and be aware that you should seek your own medical advice from your doctor or health professional.

17 October 2025 - Providers must publish the accommodation prices for their rooms on My Aged Care. If they want to charge above the maximum accommodation payment amount, they need approval to do so.

8 January 2026 - Outbreaks of measles continue in many countries.  Australians travelling overseas may be at risk of infection with measles.  This includes travellers to popular tourist destinations; for example, periodic outbreaks of measles continue to be reported in Indonesia, including Bali.

7 January 2026 - This schedule provides recommended vaccines and schedule points under the National Immunisation Program from 1 January 2026.

19 March 2025 - Professor Michael Kidd AO, MBBS, MD, FAHMS, FRACGP has been appointed as Australia’s new Chief Medical Officer from 1 June 2025.

16 December 2025 - This fact sheet provides information about lung cancer screening including the possible benefits of screening and why it is important to talk to your doctor to see if you are eligible for the National Lung Cancer Screening Program.

4 May 2023 - A statement from Australia's acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd, responding to reports in the media about 60-day medicine dispensing.

30 April 2025 - The health data we hold is valuable to us, private health insurers and researchers. Learn about the data we have on hospitals, communicable diseases, Medicare and more.

30 July 2024 - We’re working on many initiatives and programs to deliver services and activities in health, aged care and sport. We regularly check to see how these are meeting the needs of Australians and improve where needed.