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Japanese encephalitis virus situation declared a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance
Australia’s Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett, has declared the unfolding situation in Australia concerning the Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance.
Top 3 questions – The impacts of alcohol on health, how to reduce alcohol intake, and how to help someone who's struggling
Professor Alison McMillan, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, talks about the impacts of alcohol on our health and wellbeing.
Japanese encephalitis detected in Eastern Australia
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) has been detected in piggeries in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.
Japanese encephalitis detected in Eastern Australia
Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) has been detected in piggeries in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.
2022 influenza vaccination – early advice for vaccination providers
Vaccination against influenza (flu) is important this year. Vaccination is our best defence against flu viruses.
Expressions of interest now open for the COVID-19 pandemic response workforce
The Australian Government is calling on retired, part-time and under-employed health care workers to provide their skills to support the health workforce and the Australian community. Find out how you can get involved.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in NSW, Qld, SA, Vic and WA
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria and Western Australia to help you book a vaccination appointment.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 16 February 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 16 February 2022.
TGA approval of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for people 6 years and older
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has provisionally approved the Spikevax (Moderna) vaccine, for people 6 years and older.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's opening statement, Senate Estimates, 16 February 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's opening statement to the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee (Senate Estimates).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 15 February 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 15 February 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 15 February 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 15 February 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Today, Channel Nine on 15 February 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 15 February 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 15 February 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 15 February 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Top 3 COVID-19 vaccine questions – COVID variants & symptoms, body recovery from COVID & Omicron
Dr Lucas de Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, answers the top 3 questions you’ve been asking on our social accounts.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Vic, NSW, WA and Qld
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Top 3 COVID-19 vaccine questions – Avoiding certain things before a RAT, testing for kids, and variants picked up by tests
Dr Lucas De Toca, COVID-19 Primary Care Response First Assistant Secretary, answers the Top Three questions across our channels.
Rapid Antigen Tests
A rapid antigen test (RAT) is a quick way to test if you are positive for COVID-19.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 9 February 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 9 February 2022.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 2 February 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 2 February 2022.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 27 January 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 27 January 2022.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in SA, WA, Vic, NSW and Qld
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in South Australia, Western Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 31 January 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 31 January 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Today, Channel Nine on 31 January 2022
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 31 January 2022 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Top 3 COVID-19 vaccine questions – Reinfection, cases in vaccinated areas and best masks
Professor Alison McMillan, Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, answers the top three questions across our channels.
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