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21 February 2025 - About 300,000 babies are born each year. The health of mothers – and what they do before, during and after pregnancy – affects their babies at birth and for the rest of their lives. Good support for parents and babies is critical to giving babies the best start.

21 December 2023 - If you’re pregnant, the safest option is to not smoke or vape at all. The chemicals in tobacco smoke and e-cigarette vapour affect an unborn baby's development and may have lifelong effects. Find out what the risks are and who you can contact for help and support to quit.

14 March 2025 - This page outlines the changes made to the Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) in response to the MBS Review Taskforce's recommendations to date with links to MBS online for fact sheets on the changes.

3 October 2023 - The Biomedical Translation Bridge (BTB) is now part of the Medical Research Commercialisation initiative under the MRFF 10-year Investment Plan.

4 October 2024 - Learn how the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) supports research that improves the diagnosis, treatment and care of people in regional, rural and remote communities.

27 October 2025 - The Act outlines whistleblower protections for people who report issues in the aged care system. These protections ensure people are protected from unfair treatment when disclosures meet specific conditions.

13 November 2025 - Use this form to make a general enquiry, a complaint, or provide feedback about our website.

17 December 2025 - Being active is important for children and young people to be healthy, and set good habits for life. This brochure outlines how much activity children and young people should do each day, how sitting time and screen time should be limited, and how much sleep they should get.

25 January 2024 - Under private health insurance law, health insurers must be licensed. They must provide cover to anyone who seeks it and let you know in advance about any changes to your policy. Health insurers must also follow strict rules for things like premium increases and waiting periods.

14 November 2025 - Research gives us insight into what keeps us healthy and identifies new treatments, tests and preventions. Find out how research is regulated and funded.