News & Events
The Department of Health has issued a provider alert addressing recent advice from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation that the AstraZeneca vaccine is not the preferred option for people under the age of 50.
The Department has developed new assets to indicate that accessible information on COVID-19 vaccination is available for people with disability.
In November 2020, the NDIS released papers about some major changes to the NDIS and asked for your feedback. The NDIS has now released reports on the feedback.
The Senate Community Affairs References Committee has released its report, Effective approaches to prevention, diagnosis and support for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). The report examines strategies for optimising life outcomes for people with FASD, and the prevalence and management of FASD within vulnerable populations, the education system and the criminal justice system.
The extraordinary work of nurses and midwives to protect their communities during COVID was today recognised with nine finalists announced for the 2021 HESTA Australian Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
DFFH has released fact sheets for community services covered by care facilities and general community services dated 1 April which include updated COVID-19 requirements.
ACT Health advice regarding provision of nursing care, disability support or personal care during isolation (awaiting test results) or in quarantine, is that these essential services can be continued. However, "organisations need to assess risks and employ appropriate strategies and plans to ensure people can receive the support they need. It is important to consider infection control procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to mitigate risks." Read more
Cabinet reshuffle sees Stuart Robert removed from Governance and NDIS portfolio to be replaced by Linda Reynolds, the former Defence Minister.
Last year the ACT Legislative Assembly passed the Crimes (Offences Against Vulnerable People) Legislation Amendment Act 2020 (the Act). This week, the Justice and Community Services (JACS Directorate) released a series of resources to assist organisations with the education and preparation prior to the commencement of the Act.
On Monday 22 March 2021, Phase 1b of the national COVID-19 Vaccination commences. Priority groups confirmed.
