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Research boost for rare cancers, rare diseases and unmet medical needs
News and media23 June 2020 - The Medical Research Future Fund is providing $35.9 million for 17 cutting-edge research projects. The projects are designed to improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, improve neonatal outcomes and prevent bone loss in critically ill women.
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Pneumococcal vaccine
Topics › Immunisation › Vaccines17 December 2025 - Information about pneumococcal vaccines, who they are recommended for, how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get a pneumococcal vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program.
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Budget 2022–23: Allergic disease and anaphylaxis
Resources › Publications28 March 2022 - A Budget 2022–23 fact sheet.
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National Strategic Action Plan for Rare Diseases
Resources › Publications26 February 2020 - The National Strategic Action Plan for Rare Diseases outlines principles and actions to bring about the best possible health and wellbeing outcomes for Australians living with a rare disease.
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Life Saving Drugs Program – Fabry disease – Reapplication
Resources › Publications11 June 2025 - Treating physicians use this form to reapply each year for a patient to receive ongoing LSDP medication for Fabry disease.
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National strategic action plan for kidney disease
Resources › Publications17 March 2020 - This Action Plan aims to provide a blueprint for transforming kidney disease in Australia over the next 10 ten years with over 30 actions across 3 priority areas designed to address the most pressing needs in kidney disease.
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Chronic conditions
Topics21 April 2026 - Chronic conditions are the leading cause of illness, disability and death in Australia. Common chronic conditions include cancer, heart disease and diabetes. Find out what we’re doing to prevent and manage chronic conditions in Australia.
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What we’re doing about kidney disease
Topics › Chronic conditions › What we’re doing about chronic conditions12 March 2020 - Kidney disease is a debilitating chronic condition in its own right. It can also contribute to, or be affected by, other major chronic conditions including cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
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Pharmacy Trial Program
Our work21 September 2023 - The Pharmacy Trial Program aims to trial new services that expand the role of pharmacists delivering primary health care and improve clinical outcomes for consumers. At the end of the trials, a health technology assessment will inform decisions on future funding.
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Effects of smoking and tobacco
Topics › Smoking, vaping and tobacco › About smoking and tobacco8 May 2024 - Within 10 seconds of your first puff, the toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke reach your brain, heart and other organs. Smoking harms almost every part of your body and increases your risk of many diseases. Smoking also affects how you look and feel, your finances and the people close to you.