Clinical Guidelines to Improve Diagnosis and Treatment of Endometriosis

 The Hon. Greg Hunt MP Minister for Health and Aged Care   The Hon. Nola Marino MP Assistant Minister for Regional Development & Territories Federal Member for Forrest   Nicolle Flint MP Federal Member for Boothby   JOINT MEDIA RELEASE   Australian women with confirmed or suspected endometriosis can expect better diagnosis and treatment, following…

Promoting Cancer Screenings to Improve Early Detection Rates

The Australian Government is increasing its efforts to promote cancer screenings to support and improve outcomes for all Australians, including $9.7 million for a new National Bowel Cancer Screening Program awareness campaign. The campaign will aim to increase the numbers of Australians taking their free bowel cancer test and will focus on men aged 50…

130,000 Additional Vaccines for Victoria

The Australian Government is releasing an additional 130,000 vaccines to support Victoria to accelerate vaccinations in the state, including in the Whittlesea Local Government Area.   This support will be provided through an immediate release of 40,000 doses this week and an additional 15,000 doses each week for six weeks.   Further, from Monday, the…

Building Stronger Communities Across the Mornington Peninsula

Twenty community projects across the Mornington Peninsula will share a total of $150,000 of Federal grant funding thanks to the Morrison Government’s Stronger Communities Programme.   The Programme delivers $150,000 to each of the 151 electorates across Australia to fund projects that will improve local community participation and contribute to more vibrant and viable communities.…

500,000 Ways to Improve the Health of Australian Men

The Hon Greg Hunt MP Minister for Health and Aged Care   The Hon Mark Coulton MP Minister for Regional Health, Regional Communications and Local Government     JOINT MEDIA RELEASE   The Australian Government is continuing to support the health of men and boys by providing half a million dollars in the latest round…

National Flu Vaccination Program Officially Launches

Seasonal influenza vaccines are now available through community pharmacy and GPs around the country, with a record supply to ensure everyone has access to the vaccine.   Approximately 5 million Australians have already had their 2021 flu vaccine, with over 20 million vaccines being made available through community pharmacy, GP’s and dedicated flu clinics this…

Additional Support for Sick Kids and Their Families in Queensland

Families of sick children across Queensland will have better access to much-needed accommodation and support through the newly refurbished Ronald McDonald House in South Brisbane.   The Australian Government invested $2.57 million to renovate and modify areas of Ronald McDonald House, which will be a life saver for regional and Far North Queensland families of…

$26.8 Million Investment to Support Young Australians

The Australian Government is continuing our support for the mental health and wellbeing of children and young Australians with a $26.8 million investment in Yourtown’s Kids Helpline.   Caring for the mental health and wellbeing of Australians, particularly children and young people, remains one of the Australian Government’s highest priorities.   It is estimated that…

Ensuring Women’s Safety Across the Peninsula

The Morrison Government will provide immediate financial assistance to women who make the brave decision to leave a violent relationship.   Federal Member for Flinders, the Hon. Greg Hunt MP said the funding would support an estimated 12,000 women across Australia annually, including women on the Mornington Peninsula to leave difficult and violent relationships.  …