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30 October 2023 - Adjunct Professor (Practice) Alison McMillan PSM, is the Australian Government’s Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer.

2 June 2023 - This program helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have chronic conditions to access health care. It does this by covering some costs – like travel and accommodation – for health professionals who provide the outreach services.

20 March 2025 - We develop plans and strategies, fund programs and research, and work with other organisations to help reduce the harmful effects of alcohol in Australia.

10 March 2025 - We run regular webinars for the aged care sector and IT professionals on our digital transformation work. Find out how to register for upcoming webinars, and view our previous webinars.

16 December 2021 - Temporary telehealth services introduced as part of COVID-19 measures will become a permanent service in our health system.

3 April 2024 - It only takes a few minutes to apply for Hearing Services Program support. You can do this online, with the help of a hearing service provider or using a printed form.

25 November 2024 - The handbook is a new resource designed to help healthcare professionals, medical practice staff or anyone involved in Medicare billing and claiming, to navigate the Medicare system.

13 December 2021 - We support medical and health students and trainees through various policies, strategies and programs. These help them navigate through their studies and their training and career pathways.

16 September 2024 - Find out what’s involved when having your hearing assessed, including how to prepare before your appointment and making a decision about your hearing.

21 May 2024 - Palliative care experts discuss the importance of palliative care education and training for allied health professionals. Palliative care education and training can increase your knowledge, skills and confidence to care for and communicate with people who have a life-limiting illness.