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8 April 2025 - Telehealth allows you to consult a healthcare provider by phone or a video call. Telehealth was expanded in March 2020 to ensure the safety of patients and healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many of these services have now been retained permanently.

31 October 2025 - Under the Aged Care Act 2024 (new Act), anyone can make a whistleblower disclosure. You can make a disclosure anonymously.

13 July 2023 - Information about HPV vaccines, who it is recommended for and how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get the HPV vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program.

26 November 2024 - It's a good idea to see your doctor first if you want to reduce or stop drinking alcohol. They can help you to manage any withdrawal symptoms you may have. It's also helpful to have an action plan and a support network to help you achieve your goals.

31 August 2025 - People with specific medical risk conditions may require extra vaccines.

18 December 2023 - A list of our initiatives, programs, campaigns, reforms or reviews related to health technologies and digital health.

18 December 2024 - Smoking can cause cervical cancer for anyone who has a cervix. Learn more about the risks.

31 May 2024 - The Emerging Priorities and Consumer-Driven Research initiative will provide $653.6 million over 10 years from 2024–25. It will support high-quality research that improves patient care, translates new discoveries into practice, and encourages consumers and researchers to work together.

30 March 2026 - Based on performance, aged care homes receive a rating between 1 and 5 stars across 4 sub-categories and for an Overall Star Rating. Learn about the 4 Star Ratings sub-categories and how to search for and compare aged care homes using the ‘Find a provider’ tool.

20 March 2025 - The Digital Health Blueprint 2023–2033 outlines the Australian Government’s ten-year vision for the role digital health capabilities will continue to play in delivering a more person-centred, connected, and sustainable health system for Australians.