Australians suffering from melanoma and multiple sclerosis will soon have new treatment options, with new and amended PBS listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) coming into effect on 1 November. The Morrison Government will expand the current PBS listings of Tafinlar® (dabrafenib) and Mekinist® (trametinib) to include subsidy for post-surgery treatment for patients…
The Morrison Government is investing $22 million for CanTeen to continue delivering cancer services for young people, as CanTeen marks National Bandanna Day. Now in its 25th year, National Bandanna Day aims to raise awareness and support for young people living with cancer. About 6,300 young people with cancer are expected to benefit…
On 24 October, we mark World Polio Awareness Day, a reminder that polio is a devastating disease which could easily return if we are not vigilant. Every Australian needs to understand how important it is to prevent a re-emergence of this debilitating disease. Thanks to decades of diligent vaccination programs against polio, there…
A new online directory was launched today to provide people living with chronic pain – and their health practitioners – a comprehensive list of available services to help manage their conditions. The National Pain Services Directory was developed by Painaustralia and supported by the Morrison Government. The new directory will make it easier…
The Morrison Government welcomes the launch of today’s national women’s health survey, which reflects the challenges and opportunities for the health care needs of Australian women and girls. The fifth annual Jean Hailes National Women’s Health Survey reflects the health needs and behaviour of almost 10,000 women throughout Australia. The survey has helped…
A significant number of Indigenous Australian health outcomes are on track to be achieved within four years, an annual Report Card has revealed. The annual Report Card on the Implementation Plan for The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2013 to 2023, shows 12 of the 20 goals named in the Plan…
The Morrison Government is calling for proposals for $3 million in research to better understand the causes and improve diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Tomorrows opening of the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) competitive Targeted Call for Research (TCR) is designed to help stimulate quality collaborative research in…
E&OE… Topics: PBS medicines listings; Correcting inaccurate PBS news story; Drugs shortages LEON BYNER: Minister, thanks for joining us. You would be aware that News Limited did some work and they are alleging that there are lots of drugs that have been approved for use but are not on the PBS. They…
E&OE… Topics: Cystic fibrosis medicines listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). GREG HUNT: Delighted to be here at the Great Strides Fun Run. Today is about great strides for patients with cystic fibrosis. To be here with Nettie Burke and Karin, who are representing the cystic fibrosis community, with David and…
The Morrison Government will provide immediate access to life-changing medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) to help support people with cystic fibrosis, saving them and their families up to $250,000 per year. From 1 December 2019, the life-changing cystic fibrosis medicine Symdeko® will be listed on the PBS for patients with cystic fibrosis over…