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26 August 2024 - The Australian Government has invested a total of over $18 billion in Australia’s vaccine and COVID-19 treatment supply as part of the COVID-19 Health response. Learn more about our vaccine agreements.

15 January 2026 - Newborn bloodspot screening programs improve the health of babies by identifying those at risk of developing serious conditions.  An open call inviting the public to identify conditions for consideration for screening was open from 14 October 2025 and closed on 14 January 2026.

11 November 2025 - Learn about the latest Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity.

25 November 2025 - LSDP medicine reviews are designed to assess whether the use and performance of medicines is in line with the expectations at the time of listing.

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

12 May 2025 - We develop plans and strategies, fund programs and research, and work with other organisations to help reduce the harmful effects of drugs in Australia.

31 March 2026 - My Health Record is Australia’s secure consumer-controlled national electronic health record system that contains an online summary of an individual’s key health information. 

3 February 2026 - The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) marked its 10th anniversary on 26 August 2025. Find out how the MRFF has supported Australia’s brilliant researchers to make lifesaving and life-changing medical breakthroughs.

4 March 2026 - Find out what providers still need to do in the first few months to help ensure a smooth transition to the Support at Home program.

2 September 2024 - From doctor’s visits to research studies, good collection and use of health data leads to better health care – as individuals and a community. Learn about how we collect, use and regulate health data to maximise the benefits and maintain privacy and security.