The quality of your sleep suffers when you: 🥱️ take too long to fall asleep 🥱️ wake up during the night and can’t get back to sleep 🥱️ wake up too early. Find out more on how sleep affects your mental health and wellbeing at 💻 https://lnkd.in/gjShMRpE #MentalHealthAwareness #MentalHealth
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
Government Administration
Canberra, ACT 94,306 followers
About us
Australia’s health system is world class, supporting universal and affordable access to high quality medical, pharmaceutical and hospital services, while helping people to stay healthy through health promotion and disease prevention activities. The Department of Health has a diverse set of responsibilities, but throughout there is a common purpose, which is reflected in our Vision statement: Better health and wellbeing for all Australians. The Department uses social media to share links and information about health policies and programs. Information about the Department's guidelines and moderation of social media accounts can be found on our community guidelines page. You can also follow the department on: - Twitter: www.twitter.com/healthgovau - Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/healthgovau - Instagram: www.instagram.com/healthgovau/ - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@healthgovau We aim to achieve our Vision through strengthening evidence-based policy advising, improving programme management, research, regulation and partnerships with other government agencies, consumers and stakeholders. We deliver on our vision through our people. One of our strengths is our proud culture of teams working together to get things done swiftly, collegiality and professionally. ‘Our way’ means: • Leaders being clear on their expectations on ‘how’ we do business • Allowing people to deliver high quality work in tight timeframes by sharing information and expectations upfront • Supporting each other to learn and use new skills to build our capability • Identifying and managing risks strategically while also being innovative • Expecting high quality professional performance from each other • Looking outside the Department’s own viewpoint to work with the community and listen to their views.
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http://www.health.gov.au
External link for Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
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- Government Administration
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Canberra, ACT
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- Government Agency
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- health, policy, sport, aged care, and health prevention
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[NEWS] Life prolonging breast cancer drug receives expanded access on the PBS. Australians diagnosed with a type of metastatic breast cancer will now have access to a life prolonging treatment under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from 1 September 2024. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/d-KgkqZa
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We’re looking forward to celebrating the Paris 2024 Paralympics with tonight’s opening ceremony. 🔥 Good luck to our Australian athletes across the next 12 days of competition at Paris 2024 – the entire nation is behind you! 💚💛 Tune in from 4am AEST to watch the spectacular ceremony, which takes place in the Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysées. #Paris2024
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We are seeking feedback from health and aged care providers and workers on Australian Government funded: ✔️National Palliative Care Projects ✔️End-of-Life Directions for Aged Care. This survey is part of an independent evaluation to understand whether these projects are supporting better palliative care delivery in Australia. Allen + Clarke Consulting has been engaged to undertake the evaluation. The survey closes on 30 September 2024 and takes 10 minutes to complete. ⏰ Take part in the survey and see a full list of projects being evaluated at 💻 https://lnkd.in/gz8HF6BU If you know someone who may be interested in participating, share this post with them so they can give their feedback. 💬
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[NEWS] An additional 22 million IV fluid bags secured. Due to unexpected increases in demand and manufacturing capacity constraints, there has been global supply limitations for IV fluids. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gPEBYCUW
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Nicotine is highly addictive, which means quitting smoking and vaping can be hard. But each time you resist a craving, you’re one step closer to quitting for good. There are many resources and services to help you quit smoking and vaping. You can: 🥼 Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for support and advice on what options are available 📱 Download the recently re-developed My QuitBuddy app 💻 Visit Quit.org.au 📞 Call the Quitline on 13 7848. Find out more at 💻 https://lnkd.in/g9xwtg8c
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Deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing older people can access free sign language interpreting and captioning services through the National Sign Language Program (NSLP). The NSLP supports deaf older people who are not eligible for the NDIS to engage with: ✔️ aged care services ✔️ health and medical appointments ✔️ other activities, such as banking, attending weddings, funerals and social events. Book an interpreter with @deafconnectau. Learn more at 💻 https://lnkd.in/gs4HKHjV
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Remind your Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients that by getting a free flu vaccine, they are helping to protect vulnerable community members, including babies and Elders. Talk to your eligible patients at their next appointment about the free flu vaccine. Find resources for health professionals at 💻 https://lnkd.in/dCmpSZUp #Immunisation #IndigenousHealth #Influenza
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When you think of ageing, what are your hopes for your 90s? Becoming a world record holder 🏆 may not be the first thought that comes to mind but for 96-year-old Heather Lee, breaking 8 Australian and 5 world records 🌎 for race walking has been an incredible and joyful part of her ageing journey! In 2019, Heather was recognised as the NSW Senior Australian of the Year. She is proud to continue to raise awareness of the importance of active living and a healthy lifestyle and encourages all Australians young and old to "plan for good health every day”. Learn more about her inspiring story by visiting 💻 https://lnkd.in/gFQ_G76n #PositiveAgeing #SeniorAustralianoftheYear Give a ❤️ if Heather’s story motivates you to get moving.
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We’re getting ready to cheer on our athletes at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games from 28 August – 11 September. 🦾 Australia will have a total of 160 athletes competing including: ✅ 61 debutants ✅ 99 returning Paralympians ✅ 4 Indigenous athletes ✅ one athlete competing in their 8th Paralympics! Find out who it is and more fun facts at 💻 https://lnkd.in/gkknnDNT
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