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7 March 2025 - The Genomics Health Futures Mission Expert Advisory Panel (EAP) advises the government on the research priorities for this Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) mission.

8 April 2024 - After a vaccine, you or your child may experience side effects. This information explains common reactions that may be experienced after receiving a vaccine and actions to take if you are concerned.

11 November 2025 - This poster provides key differences between each COVID-19 vaccine approved for use in the National COVID-19 Vaccine Program.

31 May 2022 - Hear Doctor Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, talk about chronic illness.

13 September 2024 - The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care has opened registrations for the National Medicines Symposium 2024.

16 March 2026 - Staying active as you get older is important for good mental and physical health and wellbeing. It reduces the risk of many diseases, including some cancers, and helps maintain a healthy weight. Read about how much activity seniors should do, and how to build activity into your day.

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.

27 May 2026 - Childhood immunisation is a safe, free and effective way to protect children from serious diseases. Getting vaccinated on time provides the best protection during a child’s early years, when they are most vulnerable.

14 June 2002 - This strategy sets out the approach we are taking to achieve quality use of medicines in Australia. The strategy recognises that many people do not need medicines to be healthy, while for others, medicines play an important role in maintaining health, preventing illness and curing disease.

8 June 2022 - Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the use of a first booster dose in adolescents aged 12-15 years.