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Department of Health and Aged Care

The vision of the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care is better health and wellbeing for all Australians. The department is responsible for achieving the Government’s priorities for population health, primary health care, mental health, Indigenous health and community participation in sport and recreation.

The Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care is responsible for achieving the Government’s priorities for population health, primary health care, mental health, Indigenous health and community participation in sport and recreation.

The department administers programs to meet the Government’s objectives in health infrastructure, regulation, safety and quality, health workforce, acute care, dental care, biosecurity and emergency response.

The department supports the Australian community's access to affordable private health services and is responsible for policy on Medicare and the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.

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Last reviewed: July 2022

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Dental health | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Having healthy teeth, mouth and gums is important for your general health and wellbeing. It means you can eat, drink and speak without pain or discomfort. Find out what we’re doing to support dental health services in Australia.

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Ear health and hearing | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Ear and hearing health is important to health and wellbeing. Untreated hearing loss and ear disease can have a big impact on the lives of children and adults alike. Find out what we’re doing to raise awareness of ear health and help prevent hearing loss in Australia.

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Food and nutrition | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Good food and nutrition is important to good health and wellbeing, and reduces the risk of disease. Healthy eating means choosing the right foods and knowing how much to have. Find out what we’re doing to help Australians make healthier food choices.

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Healthy eating at home and out | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

There are lots of things you can do to enjoy delicious healthy foods, both at home and out. Find out how to shop for good health, cook healthy foods and choose healthy restaurant and takeaway options.

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Reproductive health | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Good reproductive health supports individuals and couples to decide whether and when to have children. It can be affected by diseases, access to contraception and fertility issues. Find out what we’re doing to improve reproductive health in Australia.

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Department of Health and Aged Care | Diabetes

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Department of Health and Aged Care | Australian type 2 diabetes risk assessment tool (AUSDRISK)

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Department of Health and Aged Care | Chronic kidney disease

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Department of Health and Aged Care | Chronic respiratory conditions - including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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Department of Health and Aged Care | Folate

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