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Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 23 December 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 23 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 23 December 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 23 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
AHPPC statement on the Omicron public health implications and response options
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on the public health implications of the Omicron variant and response options.
Medical Research Future Fund support for clinical trials of mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics
A new Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunity will support Australian medical research and innovation projects to conduct trials of mRNA-based vaccines and therapeutics.
COVID-19 – Omicron update from CMO Professor Paul Kelly
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern.
$276 million to support Australia’s brightest health scientists
To continue support for Australian health and medical research, the Australian Government is making available $276.4 million through 12 research grant opportunities. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Qld, SA, Vic and WA
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, and Western Australia to help you book a vaccination appointment.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 15 December 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 15 December 2021.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly and Lieutenant General John Frewen's press conference on 17 December 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly and Lieutenant General John Frewen's press conference on 17 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
ATAGI statement on Omicron variant
A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) about the COVID-19 Omicron variant.
Permanent telehealth for all Australians
Temporary telehealth services introduced as part of COVID-19 measures will become a permanent service in our health system.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News on 16 December 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sky News on 16 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
2021 National NAIDOC Awards
The National NAIDOC Awards are an opportunity to recognise outstanding achievements by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at the community, national and international level.
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…
2021 is quickly coming to an end. With the holidays just around the corner, a lot of us will be travelling interstate and visiting family and friends.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 15 December 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on the Today Show on 15 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 15 December 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on Sunrise on 15 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
COVID-19 – Omicron update from CMO Professor Paul Kelly
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern.
Chief Medical Officer - Omicron update and changes to international travel arrangements
A statement from the Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, regarding the COVID-19 Omicron variant and changes to international travel arrangements
Refreshed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan charts new way forward
Today, we released the refreshed National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2021-2031 in partnership between the Australian Government and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health leaders.
Workshop on rural allied health service and learning consortia
On 1 June 2021, more than 90 stakeholders from all over Australia gathered in Queenstown, Tasmania to discuss service and learning consortia for allied health.
The National Preventive Health Strategy 2021–2030
The Australian Government has launched the National Preventive Health Strategy 2021–2030, which will provide more balance to the health system by having a stronger focus on preventive health.
COVID-19 – Omicron update from CMO Professor Paul Kelly
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Steph Davis' interview on Hack, Triple J on 9 December 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Steph Davis' interview on Hack, Triple J on 9 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) recommendations on the use of Spikevax (Moderna) as a COVID-19 booster vaccine
Spikevax (Moderna), also referred to as the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, has been provisionally approved for use as a COVID-19 booster vaccine in people aged 18 years and older by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
ATAGI statement on the Omicron variant and timing of COVID-19 booster vaccination
The COVID-19 vaccines used in Australia are critical in protecting against COVID-19 due to all variants, including the newly emerged Omicron variant.
Response to ATAGI advice about vaccinating 5 to 11-year-olds against COVID-19
The latest phase in our COVID-19 vaccination rollout program – to vaccinate children aged 5 to 11 years from 10 January 2022 – continues to be based on the best medical and scientific advice available.
Australia vaccinating children against COVID-19 from early next year
Australia’s COVID-19 vaccination program will be extended to all children aged 5 to 11 from 10 January 2022 after the Australian Government accepted recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 8 December 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 8 December 2021.
ATAGI recommendations on Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine use in children aged 5 to 11 years
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has made recommendations for the use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11 years.
COVID-19 – Omicron update from CMO Professor Paul Kelly
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern.
Updated ATAGI advice on the administration of seasonal influenza vaccines in 2021 (December 2021)
As international borders open, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has issued updated advice for the rollout of influenza vaccines.
Snapchat and Match Group join Australia’s vaccine rollout
More than 86% of fully vaccinated Australians can show their COVID-19 vaccination status on various Match Group apps now and through Snapchat, later this week.
AHPPC statement on national principles for end-to-end best practice managed quarantine arrangements for international travellers
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on managed quarantine arrangements for international travellers.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Qld and WA
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in Queensland and Western Australia to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Continuing Australia’s COVID-19 medical research response
The Australian Government has announced a $48 million investment into COVID-19 medical research as part of its ongoing COVID-19 pandemic response. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj, Professor John Skerritt interview on the Today Show on 6 December 2021
Read the transcript of Adj, Professor John Skerritt interview on the Today Show on 6 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 December 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 6 December 2021 about COVID-19 vaccines.
Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 6 December 2021
Read the transcript of Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt's interview on Sunrise on 6 December 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19)
TGA provisionally approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) provisionally approved the Comirnaty Paediatric (Pfizer) COVID-19 vaccine for 5 to 11-year-olds on 5 December 2021.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly – COVID-19 Omicron update
An update from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, about the new Omicron variant of concern
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 1 December 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 1 December 2021.
ATAGI statement on SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant and COVID-19 booster doses
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has noted the emergence of a new SARS-CoV-2 variant of concern, which has been named the Omicron variant.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander HIV Awareness Week
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander HIV Awareness Week (ATSIHAW) is held each year in the first week of December. Now in its 8th year, ATSIHAW has been making sure that all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people know about the risks of HIV.
The worst feeling I’ve ever had in my life
Michael held off on having the COVID-19 vaccine but catching the virus changed his mind. ‘I was very hesitant to get it. And then when I did get the virus, you know, there was no way that I wasn’t going to get vaccinated because as I said, it was the worst feeling that I’ve ever felt in my life.'
Prime Minister's statement about Australia’s COVID-19 response and the new Omicron strain
Read the Prime Minister's statement about Australia’s COVID-19 response and the new Omicron strain.
What we know about the COVID-19 Omicron variant
Find out what we know about Omicron, its severity and transmissibility, and how we are working to protect Australians.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Studio 10 on 30 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Studio 10 on 30 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on the Today Show on 30 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on the Today Show on 30 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 30 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 30 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Sunrise on 30 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on Sunrise on 30 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 30 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 30 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Prime Minister's statement about a pause to further easing of border restrictions
Read the Prime Minister’s statement about temporarily pausing the planned easing of border restrictions.
Public release for 2021 Health Employee Census Results
The Australian Public Service employee census report for 2021 has been released. Read more about the census and Health's results.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in QLD
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in QLD to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on the Today Show on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC Radio National on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sky News Live, First Edition on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Studio 10 on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Studio 10 on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 29 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 29 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Additional border security measures to protect Australians from the new ‘Omicron’ COVID-19 variant
On the basis of medical advice provided by the Chief Medical Officer of Australia, Professor Paul Kelly, the Australian Government will implement additional border security measures as a precaution to protect Australians from the new Omicron variant of concern.
Have your say on a proposed National Medicines Traceability Framework
We are about to open a consultation about a potential National Medicines Traceability Framework (NMTF) for PBS medicines. If you are an industry participant of the medicine supply chain in Australia, you can take part. Find out how you can get involved and make a submission.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 24 November 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 24 November 2021.
Hearing Services Program provider notice – Reminder for 1 January 2022
The Schedule of Service Items and Fees outlines the requirements related to services. The remaining COVID-19 special arrangements cease permanently from 1 January 2022. Non-compliant claims for services will be required to be reimbursed to the Commonwealth.
COVID-19 vaccination benefit scam
We have been notified about a COVID-19 text message scam. If you get a text message from us offering a COVID-19 vaccination benefit payment, do not open the link.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 22 November 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support extended for the Municipality of Katherine
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today extended the Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support for the Municipality of Katherine
New digital resource on managing early breast cancer
Cancer Australia has launched a new, comprehensive digital resource – Guidance for the management of early breast cancer.
Reduction in threshold of no fault COVID-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme
The Australian Government is reducing the claim threshold of the no fault COVID-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme.
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.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in QLD
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in QLD to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Celebrating Medical Research Future Fund assessors
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Roll of Honour celebrates the people who have contributed to the MRFF grant assessment process since 2015.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 17 November 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 17 November 2021.
Charting the Australian Medical Research Advisory Board’s direction for 2021-2026
The Australian Medical Research Advisory Board (AMRAB) has determined its terms of reference and aims for 2021-2026.
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support extended for 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 Robinson River and surrounding homelands.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 15 November 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
World Antimicrobial Awareness Week – 18 to 24 November 2021
Read about World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) 2021. The theme for this year is ‘Spread Awareness: Stop Resistance’.
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support declared for Katherine and Robinson River areas (and surrounding homelands)
The Australian Government Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr Sonya Bennett, has today declared a hotspot for the Municipality of Katherine, and Robinson River and surrounding homelands.
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in Qld, SA and WA
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and at festivals in Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on COVID-19, schools and early childhood education and care
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on COVID-19, schools and early childhood education and care.
AHPPC statement on the role of face masks to protect individuals and the community from COVID-19
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on the role of face masks to protect individuals and the community from COVID-19.
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 10 November 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 10 November 2021.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 8 November 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Australians should embrace reopening – with confidence
An opinion piece from Professor Paul Kelly, the Australian Government's Chief Medical Officer, on embracing reopening with confidence.
Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021–26 and the related Priorities
The Australian Medical Research and Innovation Strategy 2021–2026 sets out the vision, aim and strategic objectives of the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF). The second strategy was registered on 8 November 2021.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on mandating vaccination for disability support workers
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on mandating vaccination for disability support workers.
Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on mandatory vaccination of aged care in-home and community aged care workers
A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on mandatory vaccination of Aged Care In-home and Community Aged Care workers.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Radio on 9 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on on ABC News Radio on 9 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 9 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on ABC News Breakfast on 9 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 9 November 2021
Read the transcript of Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly's interview on Sunrise on 9 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Self collection to increase choice within the National Cervical Screening Program
The Australian Government has announced that self-collection will be an option for all participants under the National Cervical Screening Program (NCSP) from 1 July 2022.
$62 million in research grants to improve health care and practice
The Australian Government is supporting researchers to improve the health and wellbeing of Australians by accelerating research knowledge and outcomes into health care and practice. Funding is from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks open now in WA and QLD
COVID-19 vaccination information kiosks are now open in shopping centres and events in WA and QLD to help you book a vaccination appointment.
Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's press conference about COVID-19 – 7 November 2021
Read the transcript of Deputy Chief Medical Officer Dr Sonya Bennett's press conference on 7 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Hotspot for the purposes of Commonwealth support declared for Katherine
The Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, has today declared a hotspot for the Municipal of Katherine (including Tindal).
ATAGI update following weekly COVID-19 meeting – 3 November 2021
An update from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) following their weekly meeting on 3 November 2021.
Invitation to learn more about the Medical Research Future Fund
Registrations are open for the next Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) webinar.
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 1 November 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Perth on 3 November 2021
Read the transcript of Lieutenant General John Frewen's interview on ABC Radio Perth on 3 November 2021 about coronavirus (COVID-19).
Vaccine Operations Centre – Weekly Operational Update – 25 October 2021
A statement from the Vaccine Operations Centre on the status of the vaccine rollout.
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