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19 February 2024 - We fund health consumer health literacy activities under the Quality Use of Diagnostics, Therapeutics and Pathology. Learn more about the program activities in this funding stream.

11 June 2025 - Providers must ensure that only qualified practitioners (QPs) deliver/supervise services to program clients. Providers must keep QP information in the Hearing Services Online portal (portal) up-to-date.

1 April 2025 - Learn about the types of hospital procedures for MBS items and the importance of clinicians correctly completing a Type C certificate. Find out what we’re doing to improve the legislation.

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

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

6 May 2021 - Being active is important for children and young people to grow healthy, and set good habits for life. Read about how much activity children and teenagers should do each day, limiting sitting time, and getting enough sleep.

13 October 2025 - 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 has now launched. This video provides information on how you can participate.

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.

17 July 2025 - Find training opportunities to improve your cervical screening skills and cultural competency.

23 July 2025 - Find out where you can obtain naloxone in Australia and whether you will need a prescription.