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Be JEV-aware this summer
Japanese encephalitis virus has been detected in animals and mosquitoes in Australia this summer. A highly effective vaccine is available for people at higher risk of contracting the virus. Find out how to stay protected before you take your summer break. -
Meet our first Director-General
With extensive public health experience, Professor Zoe Wainer will set the course for the CDC as our inaugural Director-General. -
Holiday travel: Make it safe, keep it fun
The festive season is here, and your passport is ready! Whether it’s exploring vibrant cities, climbing mountains, or relaxing by the water, don’t let illness spoil your holiday. Take simple steps to protect your health at every stage of your trip. -
World AIDS Day – No one left behind
This World AIDS Day, learn about how you can help end stigma around HIV. -
Don’t let illness spoil your summer
From backyard barbecues to picnics in the park and family feasts that mix everyone’s favourite flavours, summer is a time to connect. But with the warmer weather comes health risks. This holiday season, keep cool, enjoy safe food, and make it a healthy summer for all. -
Tropical Cyclone Fina: Stay informed and prepared
Tropical Cyclone Fina is tracking towards the Northern Territory. Know how to protect your health, where to find help, and where to access reliable information. -
Protect our health now and in the future – fight antimicrobial resistance
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest threats to human health. But by acting now, we can protect our present and secure our future. -
Get mozzies to buzz off and beat the bite this summer
Summer is just around the corner. It’s getting warm, and we can’t wait to get outside… until that buzz in your ear ruins everyone’s fun! But mosquitoes are far worse than just pesky pests – they can also carry nasty diseases. So, get the mozzies to buzz off, and beat the bite this summer! -
It’s official – Australia’s new Centre for Disease Control becomes law
Parliament has passed the laws to establish the Australian Centre for Disease Control (CDC) – a major step in strengthening Australia’s defences against health threats. -
One Health – Protecting people, animals and the planet
The Australian Government One Health Network is a collaboration across the departments representing human, animal, plant, environment and food health. -
Cases of measles on the rise – Get vaccinated today
Cases of measles are on the rise in Australia. Protect yourself and your family by getting vaccinated. -
Behind the data: How epidemiologists protect Australia’s health
For World Field Epidemiology Day, here’s a glimpse into the life of our experts at the heart of Australia’s defence against communicable disease. As an integral part of a larger public health team, our epis – as we affectionately call them – translate data into life-saving action. -
One step closer to Australia’s independent CDC
Today, the Australian Government introduced draft legislation into Parliament to establish Australia’s Centre for Disease Control (CDC). -
Syphilis declared a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance
Australia’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael Kidd AO, today declared syphilis a Communicable Disease Incident of National Significance (CDINS). This follows ongoing and concerning rises in case numbers in Australia. -
Protect yourself from respiratory infections
Respiratory viral infections – including flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) – continue to circulate this winter. Although we’re nearing the end of winter, it’s not too late to protect yourself against these potentially serious illnesses. -
Australia’s CMO and CVO release joint statement on World Zoonosis Day 2025
Read the joint statement from Australia’s Chief Medical Officer and Chief Veterinary Officer on the importance of a One Health approach this World Zoonosis Day. -
Highlights from the 2025 One Health Symposium
Catch up on the action from last week's event in our highlights video. -
New platform for journal of communicable disease
Communicable Diseases Intelligence (CDI) has moved to a new, open access platform, bringing 2,650 surveillance reports and research articles along. -
Human, animal, plant and environmental health leaders unite at the 2025 One Health Symposium
Catch up on insights from the first day of the event. -
Antibiotics won’t do for colds and flu
Getting that tickle in your throat, those telling shivers or that annoying blocked nose never sparks joy. But if you get a viral respiratory infection, like a cold or the flu, remember – antibiotics are not the answer. -
A new National Immunisation Strategy for a healthier Australia
The Australian Government has released its new National Immunisation Strategy to guide Australia’s fight against vaccine-preventable diseases over the next 5 years. -
Winter wellness – Easy ways to improve your indoor air quality this season
Be aware this winter of the effects of poor indoor air quality, and take simple steps to improve the quality of air in your home. -
One Health Symposium 2025
From pandemic preparedness to climate resilience, the One Health Symposium will advance cross-sector collaboration on human, animal, plant and environmental health. -
Ready to respond – how data helps us prepare for disease threats
Flu season has begun. While flu cases are elevated, they remain lower than flu cases at the same time in previous years. There is no cause for concern. We track data for the flu and 69 other diseases to help us understand, predict and prepare for disease threats so we can respond if needed. -
Interim Australian CDC to present at the 2025 Communicable Disease and Immunisation Conference
We’re presenting at the Public Health Association of Australia 2025 Communicable Disease and Immunisation Conference (CDIC) in Adelaide. Join us later this month to learn more about communicable disease management and surveillance from experts around Australia.