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COVID-19 update from the Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly
A statement by Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly regarding the increase in cases of the new BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants of the COVID-19 Omicron strain.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 13 July 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 13 July 2022
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 6 July 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 6 July 2022.
National Cabinet Statement
See the below statement, released following the conclusion of National Cabinet on Saturday 16 July 2022.
Chief Medical Officer’s statement on standard of care on COVID-19 oral antiviral treatments in residential aged care facilities
A statement from Professor Paul Kelly, Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, about the standard of care on COVID-19 oral antiviral treatments in residential aged care facilities.
Kids will be kids
The Australian Government has launched the latest phase of the COVID-19 campaign to encourage parents of children aged 5 to 15 to book their child’s COVID-19 vaccination.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 12 July 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Lisa Miller on ABC News Breakfast on 12 July 2022.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Radio on 12 July 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Thomas Oriti on ABC News Radio on 12 July 2022.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 12 July 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Karl Stefanovic and Allison Langdon on the Today Show on 12 July 2022
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 12 July 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Sunrise on 12 July 2022
COVID-19 oral treatment eligibility expanded from 11 July 2022
From 11 July 2022, more Australians at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 will be able to access oral antiviral treatments following new recommendations from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee.
AHPPC statement on COVID-19 winter update and ongoing health protection measures to support our community
The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) continues to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic situation, drawing upon international and local evidence.
ATAGI updated recommendations for a winter dose of COVID-19 vaccine
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the COVID-19 vaccine winter dose.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 1 June 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 1 June 2022.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 29 June 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 29 June 2022.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News Live on 24 June 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Peter Stefanovic on Sky News Live on 24 June 2022.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 24 June 2022
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview with Alex Cullen on the Today Show on 24 June 2022
ATAGI recommendations on first booster dose in adolescents aged 12-15 years
Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the use of a first booster dose in adolescents aged 12-15 years.
Australians urged to get vaccinated against influenza
This year, for the first time, Australia will be managing COVID-19 and an influenza season. As we move into the winter 2022 season it is increasingly important that people protect themselves from both COVID-19 and influenza.
Top 3 questions – Flu vaccination & pregnancy with Professor Alison McMillan
Hear from Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan on why it’s important to get your flu vaccine when you’re pregnant.
Award-winning healthcare for Western Desert communities
The Purple House story began with paintings by Papunya Tula artists from Walungurru and Kiwirrikurra.
Are you a young dad? Stay on track with this new resource
Stayin’ On Track is an online resource space offering mentorship and support for young Aboriginal dads to stay on track and be good dads.
Be Brave. Make Change.
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements. It is also time to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
Book your COVID-19 vaccine winter dose
No matter where you live, whether you’re up north in the sun, or down south with the cold, it is recommended that some people receive a winter dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 25 May 2022
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 25 May 2022.
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