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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). -
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. -
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). -
Star Ratings FAQs for residential aged care providers
Frequently asked questions about Star Ratings for residential aged care providers. -
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. -
Digital Transformation Sector Partners meeting summary – 11 November 2022
This document summarises the discussion and outcomes of the Digital Transformation Sector Partners meeting on 11 November 2022. -
Digital Transformation Sector Partners slide presentation – 11 November 2022
This presentation contains the slides presented at the Digital Transformation Sector Partners meeting on 11 November 2022. -
Employer Engagement webinars – Expanding the aged care workforce through Australian Apprenticeships (Traineeships)
Video to accompany the Employer Engagement webinars – Expanding the aged care workforce through Australian Apprenticeships (Traineeships). -
Video recording – Digital transformation tech talk – 25 October 2022 – Tech Talk
The speakers at this webinar discussed aged care reform and how our digital transformation initiative is changing aged care IT networks. Other discussions included were on the investigations into potential cross-Government solutions for aged care and disability. -
Coronavirus (COVID-19) common operating picture – 11 November 2022
This infographic issued on 11 November 2022 provides a weekly traffic light report of the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation across Australia. -
COVID-19 vaccination – Geographic vaccination rates (LGA) – 10 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). -
COVID-19 outbreaks in Australian residential aged care facilities – 11 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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Margarette’s story – Get your breasts screened even if you feel healthy
Margarette Fisher, a Nudendri woman, encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have a breast screen. -
Cheryl’s story – I didn’t think it would happen to me
Cheryl Flanders shares her story about surviving breast cancer. Breast screening saved her life and she encourages other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have the screening mammogram. -
Fiona’s story – Promoting breast screening in my community
Fiona Millard encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women to have a breast screen. She talks about the van that is used to provide screening services in remote areas. -
Getting your meningococcal ACWY vaccination at school — what to expect
Vaccination is a simple and clever way to protect you from serious diseases now and later in your life.