The Department of Health was established to help Victorians stay safe and healthy and deliver a world-class health system that leads to better health outcomes for all Victorians.

Seasonal influenza vaccine – Up to date ATAGI recommendations, vaccine eligibility criteria and resources. It’s never too late to be vaccinated as influenza can spread all year round.

Keep up-to-date with COVID-19 information for the health sector, including health services and professionals and providers. If you suspect you may have COVID-19 call the dedicated hotline.

The Extended Medicare Safety Net can help to lower your out-of-pocket medical costs for out of hospital services.

We recommended that all patients register with Medicare as a family or couple so that your out-of-pocket costs are counted together towards the Extended Medicare Safety Net thresholds and the PBS Safety Net thresholds.