Australia’s healthcare system
The Australian healthcare system can sometimes seem confusing. Learn more about the types of services available, and how you can access them.
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The public and private hospital systems
Choosing between a private and a public hospital can be confusing. Find out how your choices for treatment and care can differ.
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What care do I need?
There are many types of healthcare services and information available in Australia. Learn here how to find the right service at the right time.
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The role of a GP
Your GP (general practitioner) is usually the first person to go to if you’re sick. GPs coordinate your healthcare - watch this video to learn more.
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Getting the most out of your pharmacist
Pharmacists are qualified medicines experts who provide advice and counselling on products and general healthcare. Learn how community pharmacists can help you.
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Costs of healthcare
Australia's healthcare system changes for services in different ways depending on the service you are looking for and your own circumstances. Find out more about how charges are levied and paid for.
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Down Syndrome Health Record App
Health record app is for parents and support people of children with Down syndrome that assists them to record and monitor their child’s health, growth and development.
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Bulk billing for medical services
Bulk billing is when your doctor bills Medicare directly and accepts the Medicare benefit as full payment for their service.
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With the healthdirect app, you're in safe hands
Almost 4 in 5 Australians search the internet for health topics and symptoms. Download the new, supercharged healthdirect app and get the right information.
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Private health insurance – what’s changing on April 1?
Australians with private health insurance will see their premiums rise on April 1, as well as some big reforms to the health insurance system. Here's what you need to know.
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