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Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on continuous learning in managed quarantine for international arrivals
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on continuous learning in managed quarantine for international arrivals.
Safety of Australians our No. 1 priority
Read the opinion piece by Australian Government Chief Medical officer, Professor Paul Kelly.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 12 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 12 April 2021 about coronavirus (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.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 12 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 12 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 12 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 12 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 12 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 12 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 12 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 12 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy interview on 4BC on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy's interview on 4BC on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy interview on ABC Radio Canberra on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy's interview on ABC Radio Canberra on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy interview on 3AW on 9 April 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy's interview on 3AW on 9 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Joint statement on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in response to new vaccine safety concerns
Professor Brendan Murphy, Department of Health Secretary and Professor Paul Kelly, Australian Government Chief Medical Officer have released a joint statement about ATAGI's latest clinical advice on the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Joint statement on COVID-19 AstraZeneca vaccine advice from ATAGI
A joint statement from Professor Brendan Murphy, Department of Health Secretary and Professor Paul Kelly, Australian Government Chief Medical Officer.
ATAGI statement on AstraZeneca vaccine in response to new vaccine safety concerns
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in response to new vaccine safety concerns.
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 8 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 8 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 8 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 8 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio Canberra on 8 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio Canberra on 8 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 8 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 8 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 8 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 8 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Extension of COVID-19 pandemic health workforce
Providing access to safe and effective vaccines to the Australian community is a key priority of the Australian Government.
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane, 7 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio Brisbane on 7 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on the Today Show, 7 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on the Today Show on 7 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC News Breakfast, 7 April 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 7 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy interview on ABC 7.30 on 6 April 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy's interview on ABC 7.30 on 6 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 6 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 6 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Today Show on 6 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Today Show on 6 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 6 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 6 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 5 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 5 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 3 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 3 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement on COVID-19 vaccination and a reported case of thrombosis
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on COVID-19 vaccination and a reported case of thrombosis.
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 2 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 2 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement for consumers on a specific clotting condition being reported after COVID-19 vaccination
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) for consumers on a specific clotting condition being reported after COVID-19 vaccination
Joint statement on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
A statement from the acting Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd and Head of the Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt
Greater Brisbane hotspot for Commonwealth support lifted
The Australian Government Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd, has lifted the COVID-19 hotspot declaration of the Greater Brisbane area.
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on 4BC on 1 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 1 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Radio National on 1 April 2021
Read the transcript of Acting Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Radio National on 1 April 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
2021 NIP influenza vaccination program
Influenza vaccines through the National Immunisation Program (NIP) became available in April 2021. Timing may be different for your local area. You can order vaccines through the usual channels in your state or territory.
Flu vaccination in 2021
Vaccination against influenza (flu) remains important this year. Flu is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause widespread illness and deaths every year. Vaccination is our best defence against flu viruses.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 30 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 30 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Public release for 2020 Health Employee Census Results
The Australian Public Service employee census report for 2020 has been released. Read more about the census and Health's results.
Greater Brisbane declared a hotspot for Commonwealth support
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared the Greater Brisbane area a COVID-19 hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support from 11:59pm on 30 March 2021.
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on Sky News, 30 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on Sky News on 30 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio Hobart, 30 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC Radio Hobart on 30 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on the Today Show, 30 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on the Today Show on 30 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC News Breakfast, 30 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 30 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 29 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 29 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 29 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 29 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 26 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News on 26 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 26 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 26 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 26 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 26 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 26 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 16 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Flood information and support
The floods affecting New South Wales and Queensland can also impact our health in many ways. Learn more on how you can access medical help you need, and what the Australian Government is doing to support your health during this time.
$3.2 million to take medical devices from discovery to manufacture
The Australian Government is providing $3.2 million for the fourth and final round of the $45 million BioMed Tech Horizons program. This program has been successful in bringing cutting edge medical devices to market.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 25 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 25 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 25 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 25 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 25 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 25 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement for health care providers on suitability of COVID-19 vaccination in people with history of clotting conditions
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) for health care providers on suitability of COVID-19 vaccination in people with history of clotting conditions.
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on Radio National on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on Radio National on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 4BC on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 4BC on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Midwifery and Nursing Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 3AW, 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer, Professor Alison McMillan's interview on 3AW on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sky News on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sky News on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on the Today Show on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on the Today Show on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 24 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 24 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
$2.6 million for life-improving brain cancer research
The Australian Government is providing $2.6 million for the latest information technology to improve the lives of people who have survived brain cancer.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC Radio on 23 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC Radio on 23 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 23 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sky News on 23 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on The Today Show on 23 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on The Today Show on 23 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Radio National Breakfast on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Radio National Breakfast on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Tasmania Talks on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Tasmania Talks on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on The Today Show on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on The Today Show on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on News Breakfast on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on News Breakfast on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 22 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on Sunrise on 22 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 21 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's press conference on 21 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Professor Brendan Murphy interview on Sunday Agenda on 21 March 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Professor Brendan Murphy's interview on Sunday Agenda on 21 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement and clinical guidance on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine following European Medicines Agency (EMA) safety review
This statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) updates advice previous provided on 16 March. It follows the European Medicines Agency (EMA) safety review of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Early advice on 2021 influenza vaccination
Vaccination against influenza remains important this year. Vaccination experts recommend influenza vaccination for all people aged 6 months and over. The National Immunisation Program (NIP) funds influenza vaccines for people most at risk.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC Radio on 18 March 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd's interview on ABC Radio on 18 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy interview on 6PR Radio on 18 March 2021
Read the transcript of Department of Health Secretary, Dr Brendan Murphy's interview on 6PR Radio on 18 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
COVID-19 vaccination appointments to be available at GP-led respiratory clinics from 19 March 2021
COVID-19 vaccination appointments will be available at GP-led respiratory clinics from 19 March 2021. Find out more.
$15 million to support innovative therapies for mental illness
The Australian Government has announced a $15 million competitive grant round to kick start clinical trials exploring the use of combination therapies to treat mental illnesses.
$12.6 million grant opportunity for international clinical trial collaborations
A new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity is supporting Australian researchers to lead, and participate in, international collaborative clinical trials.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 17 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 17 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on the Today Show on 17 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on the Today Show on 17 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19)
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 17 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 17 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19)
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Radio National on 16 February 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Radio National on 16 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC Radio on 16 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC Radio on 16 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 2GB Radio on 16 March 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on 2GB Radio on 16 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
General Practices join the COVID-19 vaccination program
Australians eligible for Phase 1b will be able to find a vaccination provider through the new national vaccination information and location service.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 16 March 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's press conference on 16 March 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement in response to European decisions about the AstraZeneca vaccine
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) regarding overnight decisions in Europe suspending the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Attributable to Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly
The Australian Government remains confident in the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and there is currently no evidence that it causes blood clots.
Get involved in National Advance Care Planning Week 2021
Important life choices are planned, not left to chance. Find out what you can do today to ensure more control over your health care choices into the future. Whether it’s for you or someone you love, get involved in National Advance Care Planning Week from 22–26 March 2021.
Medicare Benefits Schedule Electrocardiogram Review Committee – expressions of interest now closed – submissions open until 1 April 2021
Nominations for the Electrocardiogram (ECG) Review Committee have now closed. Nominations are currently being reviewed and nominees will be notified of the outcome of their nomination as soon as possible.
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