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Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support extended for the Municipality of Katherine, and Robinson River and surrounding homelands
The Australian Government Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett, has today extended the hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support for the Municipality of Katherine, and Robinson River and surrounding homelands.
Brewarrina, the small town with huge community spirit
Brewarrina is a small town in north-west New South Wales, but don’t let its size fool you - it’s a town with huge community spirit.
The stroke journey
'Having a stroke is a scary experience. It can change your life in an instant. But our stories show that good outcomes are possible, even when everything feels overwhelming,' (Joe, survivor of stroke, and proud Kooma man).
Working together to keep communities safe
As the case numbers of COVID-19 keep growing in western NSW, a massive effort is happening to help keep regional communities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people safe.
Letter to COVID-19 vaccine delivery partners – Advice regarding vaccination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Lieutenant General John Frewen, Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly and CEO of the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) Pat Turner have co-signed a letter addressing COVID-19 vaccinations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
RFDS kicking goals in Ngaanyatjarra lands
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) crew are continuing their good work in remote Australian communities.
Where were you on Tuesday night?
Did you know that the Census helps the Australian Government, as well as other important organisations, decide how to best support different communities throughout Australia?
New updates on the rollout
There have been new updates to the advice from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisations (ATAGI) for people living in outbreak areas.
Free student eye tests
More than 250 children in far-north Queensland recently had free eye check-ups! They were also offered two free pairs of glasses. This is part of an initiative started by Bamaga Enterprises Limited.
Josh Kelly on NAIDOC Week 2021
NAIDOC week has finished its ‘official’ events for another year, but the work still continues to ‘Heal Country!’.
'First in the Kimberley'
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is continuing its good work in helping remote Australian communities get access to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Food as medicine
'Food is one of our basic needs and underpins our physical, mental and social health and wellbeing, even social security,' (Danae Giardina, Gidgee Healing nutritionist and dietitian).
Keep our mob safe by keeping COVIDSafe
COVID-19 cases have increased again in many places in Australia, and many states and territories in Australia have introduced new rules around entering or leaving communities and crossing borders. It is more important than ever to keep safe in any way that we can.
International Legends of League
A major sporting event Legends of League was held at the end of May in rural and remote Queensland. This was the perfect opportunity for local health services to share important health information with the community.
Is it true? Will the flu vaccine protect me from getting COVID-19?
COVID-19 and influenza, also known as the flu, are not the same.
New advice on COVID-19 vaccines
There have been changes to the advice on COVID-19 vaccines. The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) recommends the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine as the preferred vaccine for those aged 16 to 59 years.
A ‘remarkable’ model for the world
Since COVID-19 began, people from indigenous communities around the world have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19.
New advice on AstraZeneca vaccine
There have been changes to the advice around the COVID-19 vaccines. The Pfizer vaccine is now preferred to the AstraZeneca vaccine for adults aged under 50 years.
Update for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples about Australia’s COVID-19 vaccines
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout is starting in February. Getting a vaccine is a safe and effective way of protecting yourself from getting really sick from COVID-19. Encourage your family, Elders and community to get vaccinated when it is their turn so they are protected from it as well.
Help people hear better
Are you a healthcare professional caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people?
You could be eligible for EarTrain: a series of free training modules on how to identify, manage and treat ear disease and hearing loss.
You could be eligible for EarTrain: a series of free training modules on how to identify, manage and treat ear disease and hearing loss.
Free online training to help keep you safe at work
Boost your COVID-19 awareness with online infection control training. It’s quick to do and costs nothing.
Find out how a whole team of day care educators used it to bump up their knowledge and confidence to manage their COVID-19 health policies.
Find out how a whole team of day care educators used it to bump up their knowledge and confidence to manage their COVID-19 health policies.
No shame in asking for an STI test
Healthy relationships and safe sex – that was the message this National Condom Day marked on 14 February. It’s also a good reminder there’s no shame in asking for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) check.
Recent updates to the Australian Immunisation Register
We have made some improvements to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR). These changes improve functionality for vaccination providers and make it easier for people to stay up to date with their immunisations.
Protect your baby against meningococcal B – now available on the National Immunisation Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants
The meningococcal B vaccine is free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander infants under 2 years of age.
Funding for research to end avoidable indigenous deafness, blindness and kidney disease
The Australian Government is investing $35 million in 42 key research projects in areas such as ending avoidable indigenous deafness, ending avoidable indigenous blindness, and helping to eradicate chronic kidney disease.
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