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The free
#FluVaccine
for children who are 6 months to under 5 years can help prevent serious illness caused by influenza.
Protect your child by getting them vaccinated.
To find out more about the flu vaccine, visit ๐ป
Itโs just 3 weeks to go until the
#Paris2024OlympicGames
. ๐
Have fun, get active & celebrate by creating your own athlete celebration move.
Moving daily improves mental well-being and physical health.
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Ready for the
#Paris2024
Olympics?
We want to have fun with YOU! ๐๐บ
Let's all share our best celebration moves using
#LetsMove
to inspire our favourite athletes as they prepare for the
#Olympics
! โค๏ธโ๐ฅ
#OlympicDay
Itโs now illegal for any business other than a pharmacy to sell vapes or vaping products in Australia, regardless of if they have nicotine in them or not.
More for prescribers at ๐ป
More for pharmacists at ๐ป
Preparing for a winter getaway in the snow? Make sure youโre covered for all your safety needs. Be prepared, know the risks & stay within your limits. Be
#SnowSafe
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RELEASED TODAY: Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy 2024-2029, for better connected, digitally enhanced care that empowers older people to make informed decisions for the care they need.
Download the future of aged care at ๐ป
Some tips to improve your posture when driving include:
โ๏ธmake sure your headrest and seat are in the correct up right position
โ๏ธkeep your arms bent & thumbs on the rim of the steering wheel
โ๏ธmake sure the steering wheel is level with your chest.
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Vaccines are the safest way we can protect our children from serious diseases. ๐ก๏ธ
If you have questions about the vaccines available under the National Immunisation Program, have a chat to your health professional.
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Itโs now illegal for any business other than a pharmacy to sell vapes. People need a prescription to buy a vape from a pharmacy.
Learn more about the changes at ๐ป
Do you know an inspiring older Australian or someone dedicated to supporting the lives of older people?
Recognise their efforts & achievements by nominating them for a 2025 Australian of the Year Award! ๐
To nominate before 31 July 2024, visit ๐ป
A breast screen may seem daunting, but it doesnโt need to be.
#BreastScreenAustralia
radiographers are highly trained professionals who will make sure you feel safe & comfortable throughout the screening process.
Are you 50-74 & due for your free breast screen? Call ๐13 20 50.
Hear about the work being done to create a better-connected
#agedcare
system at the 17th Tech Talk webinar on 10 July.
โ๏ธ Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy and Action Plan
โ๏ธ July release changes for GPMS, B2G Developer Portal & My Aged Care.
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Did you know that itโs now illegal for any business other than a pharmacy to sell vapes in Australia? People need a prescription to purchase from a pharmacy.
Learn more about the changes at ๐ป
The latest edition of
#EngAged
, our newsletter for people who care about
#agedcare
, is out now.
Read about the National Sign Language Program, Council of Elders, flu vaccine and more!
Read EngAged at ๐ป
Australians aged 45 to 49 can now join the National Bowel Cancer Screening program by requesting their first free kit.
Call ๐ 1800 627 701 or visit ๐ป to order your free screening kit.
Prioritising your mental health & wellbeing is important.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, there are options available.โฏโฏ
Find resources and helplines at ๐ป
The MMR (measles, measles and rubella) vaccine is a combined vaccine that children receive at 12 & 18 months.
Combined vaccines against measles, mumps & rubella under the National Immunisation Program means higher protection, in fewer appointments.
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Yearly
#FluVaccination
is the best way to protect yourself & your family from influenza. ๐ค
Free flu vaccines are available for Australians most at-risk of serious illness. Some states & territories may provide free flu vaccines for other groups.
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Ever since 1984, when Wham! ๐ป & parachute pants were all the rage, Aussies ๐ฆ have been carrying their
#Medicare
card.
But did you know you can download the Express Plus Medicare app? ๐ก
Learn more at ๐ป
Nothing like one of the greats dropping in on our future shooting stars. ๐โญ
Before hitting the hardwoods of Paris 2024 Lauren Jackson visited the She Hoops camp at
#theAIS
to help inspire our future female basketballers on and off the floor.
#shehoops
Some of Australiaโs brightest basketball talent spent the past three days at
#theAIS
in Canberra as part of a She Hoops Leadership and Confidence Scholarship camp.
@BasketballAus
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@Laurenej15
๐ AIS in Canberra hosts She Hoops scholarship camp