Department of Health and Aged Care, Australian Government

Department of Health and Aged Care, Australian Government：https://www.health.gov.au

About Department of Health and Aged Care, Australian Government

We develop and deliver policies and programs and advise the Australian Government on health, aged care and sport. We work with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure better health for all Australians.

The Australian health system

Australia’s health system is one of the best in the world, providing safe and affordable health care for all Australians. It is jointly run by all levels of Australian government – federal, state and territory, and local.

Australia’s health system is one of the best in the world. It provides quality, safe and affordable health care for you and your family. It’s a key reason why we enjoy one of the longest life expectancies in the world.

There are many providers of health care in Australia, including:

    primary care services delivered by general practitioners (GPs)
    medical specialists
    allied health workers
    nurses.

Medicare and the public hospital system provide free or low-cost access for all Australians to most of these health care services. Private health insurance gives you choice outside the public system. For private health care both in and out of hospital, you contribute towards the cost of your health care.

Contact

Phone

Switchboard 02 6289 1555
Freecall 1800 020 103

The switchboard is open 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (AEDT/AEST) Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Mail

Department of Health and Aged Care
GPO Box 9848
CANBERRA ACT 2601
Australia