Statements and advice

Find official statements from our Director-General and practical disease prevention advice.

Our commitment to transparency

Subject to limited exemptions, we publish all advice that our Director-General gives to a minister or government within 30 days of that advice.

Director-General’s advice

Find independent, evidence-informed public health advice from our Director-General. 

Disease prevention advice

Explore practical guidance to help you prevent the spread of illness in everyday situations.

Preventing mosquito bites

Get advice on how to prevent diseases spread by mosquito bites.

Preventing the spread of respiratory viruses

Take practical steps to reduce the risk of getting infected and spreading respiratory illnesses.

Preventing infectious diseases while travelling

Learn how to protect yourself while travelling – before you leave, while you’re away and after you return.

Preventing the spread of sexually transmissible infections

Find out how you can prevent the spread of sexually transmissible infections.

Preventing foodborne illness

Get practical advice on how to handle food safely to prevent food poisoning.

Preventing the spread of germs through hand hygiene

Learn about good hand washing practices to prevent the spread of germs.

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