Search

13 April 2023 - This report summarises the main results of the Reducing Overuse of Diagnostic Imaging project. We collaborated with the Wiser Healthcare research consortium on this project .

29 April 2026 - People aged 45 to 74 can screen for bowel cancer using a free, simple test that is done at home. Screening to detect the early signs of bowel cancer saves lives.

9 July 2026 - Electronic prescribing is available for use across Australia. It is a secure, and convenient, alternative to paper prescriptions which supports safer access to medicines.

10 January 2024 - There is no safe smoking option – tobacco is always harmful. Light, low-tar and filtered cigarettes aren’t any safer – people usually smoke them more deeply or smoke more of them. The only way to reduce harm is to quit smoking.

7 July 2021 - A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on testing travellers once they leave managed quarantine.

2 September 2021 - Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on managed quarantine for international arrivals including hotel quarantine

27 August 2025 - Having a hearing test helps to detect the early signs of hearing loss, so we can keep our hearing healthy for longer. Get help for your hearing health. Book a hearing check today.

3 September 2026 - A keynote speech by Chief Medical Officer for Australia, Professor Michael Kidd AO, at the Australian Medical Association Annual Conference Friday 28 August, 2026, Melbourne.

24 September 2026 - Star Ratings helps providers to monitor and compare the quality of their care. Providers can use Star Ratings data alongside other data providers collect to identify areas to target quality improvement activities. See resources to support providers with quality improvement processes.

29 July 2026 - Taking part in the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program is free and easy. If found early, bowel cancer can be successfully treated in more than 90% of cases. Do the free home test. It could save your life.