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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.

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 .

18 June 2025 - Thrombosis with thrombocytopenia (TTS) is a rare syndrome that occurred in around 2 to 3 people per 100,000 who were vaccinated with AstraZeneca. AstraZeneca is no longer available in Australia from 21 March 2023.

24 August 2026 - The National Rural Generalist Pathway is a dedicated medical training pathway to attract, retain and support rural generalist doctors.

19 March 2024 - Poor diet is responsible for 7% of Australia’s disease burden. Read about our food and nutrition policies, the laws that keep food safe, and the initiatives, programs and resources that help Australians make healthy food choices.

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.

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.

15 July 2022 - Professor Alison McMillan, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, answers the top three questions across our channels.