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COVID-19 oral treatment listed on PBS from 1 May 2022
From 1 May 2022, Paxlovid will be available through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for Australians at high risk of developing severe COVID-19.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 27 April 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 27 April 2022.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in (VIC, NSW,QLD and SA)
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in (VIC, NSW, QLD and SA) to help you book a vaccination appointment.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 20 April 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 20 April 2022.
Dr Aleeta explains why it’s important for kids to get vaccinated against COVID-19
Dr Aleeta Fejo, Aboriginal GP and Senior Doctor, answers important questions about children and the COVID-19 vaccines, and explains why it's important for kids to get vaccinated.
COVID-19 vaccines do not cause infertility
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (the TGA) has found no evidence that COVID-19 vaccines cause infertility in males or females, or any future infertility in children.
Why is it recommended to get a COVID-19 booster?
Having two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine means you have very good protection, especially against severe disease, but a booster dose will make sure the protection from the first two doses is even stronger and longer lasting.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in NSW, Vic and Qld
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland to help you book a vaccination appointment.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Vic, NSW, Qld, SA and NT
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory to help you book a vaccination appointment.
ATAGI statement on use of booster doses in adolescents aged 12-15 years
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on booster doses in adolescents aged 12-15 years.
Pregnant and want to quit smoking?
iSISTAQUIT works in a culturally safe way to assist Indigenous women navigate health and wellbeing systems so they can quit smoking.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 30 March 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 30 March 2022.
Dr Mark shows us how to use a rapid antigen test (RAT)
In these videos, Dr Mark Wenitong walks us through the testing process step by step
Maxi Vaxi Bus brings vaccine to WA doorsteps
To support the great work already being done by Aboriginal Health Services and organisations, WA have introduced the Maxi Vaxi bus, a vaccination bus that will travel to the Kimberley, Pilbara, Midwest and Goldfields regions during March and April 2022 to offer additional vaccination clinics.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in (Vic, NSW, Qld, SA and NT)
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in (Vic, NSW, Qld, SA and NT) to help you book a vaccination appointment.
AHPPC statement on winter season preparedness
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on winter season preparedness.
2022 NIP influenza vaccination program
Vaccination against influenza is important this year with the Australian community potentially more vulnerable to the virus.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 23 March 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 23 March 2022.
Give yourself a boost
The Australian Government has launched the latest phase of the COVID-19 campaign to encourage eligible Australians to stay up to date with their vaccination status by booking a COVID-19 booster.
Changes to border requirements from 18 April 2022
The Australian Government has announced that from 18 April 2022, a number of changes to Australia’s international border arrangements will take effect.
ATAGI statement on recommendations on a winter booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has made recommendations on a winter booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Qld, NSW, Vic, Tas and SA
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania to help you book a vaccination appointment.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 16 March 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 16 March 2022.
Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's with Patricia Karvelas on Radio National on 18 March 2022 about COVID cases on the rise in Australia.
Read the transcript of the interview with Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's with Patricia Karvelas on Radio National on 18 March 2022 about COVID cases on the rise in Australia.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in (QLD, NSW, VIC, and TAS)
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in (QLD, NSW, VIC and TAS) to help you book a vaccination appointment.
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