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Star Ratings fact sheet for older Australians
Information about Star Ratings for older Australians. -
National Medicines Policy - Final Consultation Report
This report summarises the findings of the third and final phase of public consultations for the Review of the National Medicines Policy (the NMP Review). -
Star Ratings FAQs for residential aged care providers
Frequently asked questions about Star Ratings for residential aged care providers. -
COVID-19 outbreaks in Australian residential aged care facilities – 18 November 2022
This weekly report provides a snapshot of data on the impact of COVID-19 in residential aged care facilities nationally. The report includes data on the number of services impacted and number of staff and resident cases, as well as workforce, testing and PPE provided to affected services. -
COVID-19 vaccination – vaccination data – 17 November 2022
This data file contains statistical data about Australia's COVID-19 vaccinations. -
COVID-19 vaccine rollout update – 17 November 2022
This presentation, delivered on 17 November 2022, contains an update to Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout. -
Coronavirus (COVID-19) common operating picture – 18 November 2022
This infographic issued on 18 November 2022 provides a weekly traffic light report of the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation across Australia. -
COVID-19 vaccination – Geographic vaccination rates (LGA) – 17 November 2022
These reports delivered weekly on Mondays, list the percentage of people aged between 5-11 years old who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 by local government area (LGA). -
Ebola information for front line health professionals
This fact sheet is information for front line health professionals about the possibility of Ebola. -
HTACCC communique – 17 November 2022
The Health Technology Assessment Consumer Consultative Committee (HTACCC) met on 17 November 2022 for its 22nd formal meeting. This document provides a record of the meeting. -
Fact sheet – HELP for Rural Doctors and Nurse Practitioners
This fact sheet outlines eligibility criteria and obligations for the HELP for Rural Doctors and Nurse Practitioners initiative. It also covers frequently asked questions and case studies relevant to the initiative. -
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Samantha’s story - Surviving HPV related cancer
Samantha survived a rare but aggressive form of cervical cancer that her doctor said was highly likely caused by human papillomavirus (HPV). She urges all parents to sign the consent form so their child can be protected against HPV related disease as part of the school based immunisation program. -
healthdirect symptom checker
Use this tool if you’re feeling unwell and not sure what to do – if it’s an emergency, call 000 immediately. Answer some questions about your symptoms and get advice on whether to see a doctor, go to hospital or call an ambulance. It is available online at any time. -
healthdirect find a health service
Use this tool to find a health service near you. You can choose the type of service you need (such as general practice or dentist) and narrow the results to suit your needs (such as bulk billing or free parking) and location. It is available online at any time. -
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Michelle Haber AM
Professor Michelle Haber AM (Executive Director, Children’s Cancer Institute) outlines how the Medical Research Future Fund helps push toward the goal of zero childhood cancer. -
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Helen Christensen AO
Professor Helen Christensen AO (Director and Chief Scientist, Black Dog Institute) explains how the Medical Research Future Fund enables a national response to mental health issues. -
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Private health insurance hospital product tiers video
This 30 second video outlines the inclusions for each of the Gold/Silver/Bronze/Basic product tiers as part of the government’s reform to private health insurance. -
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David’s story – If I had the screening I would’ve been better off
David is the CEO at Pangula Mannanurna, an Aboriginal Health Service in South Australia. David shares his experience of being diagnosed with bowel cancer. -
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Ernest’s story – Gugu mugu do, just do it
Ernest, an Aboriginal man from the Tjapukai tribe, is an advocate of the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program. -
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John’s story – Knowledge is power
John talks about his experience with using the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program kit. Receiving a reminder letter prompted him to do the test. Listen to his story. -
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Stephen and Mary Ann’s story – You don’t have to be the tough guy
Stephen and Mary Ann talk about their experience with the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program and the importance of encouraging loved ones to do the test. -
The Australian Type 2 Diabetes Risk Assessment Tool (AUSDRISK)
You can use the AUSDRISK tool to estimate your risk of getting type 2 diabetes in the next 5 years. -
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Medical Research Future Fund – Professor Kathryn North case study
Professor North tells us how genomics is helping many children, who only 5 or 10 years ago would have been admitted to hospital for invasive tests, sometimes without answers. -
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Medical Research Future Fund – Associate Professor Jeanie Cheong case study
An expert in understanding newborn babies' brains, Associate Professor Cheong describes her work to understand and protect newborn babies from risks at birth. -
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Adolescent meningococcal ACWY vaccine – Seb’s story
Meningococcal disease changed Seb’s life forever – but it doesn’t have to change yours.