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6 July 2026

New campaign responds to rising mpox cases in Western Australia

The Department of Health has launched a new mpox awareness campaign to encourage sexually active people to understand their risk and take steps to protect themselves and their partners.
6 July 2026

Diphtheria alert for regional Western Australia

The Department of Health has issued an alert about an outbreak of diphtheria in regional Western Australia. Diphtheria vaccines are free to certain individuals, if it has been more than 5 years since their last dose.
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3 July 2026

Western Australians invited to help shape the State's first Preventative Health Strategy

Western Australians are invited to have their say on the future of health and wellbeing through the development of the State's first comprehensive Preventative Health Strategy.
30 June 2026

Be Wise. Immunise – Free influenza vaccines extended to 31 July and FluMist age eligibility expanded

Western Australians aged 6 months and over now have until 31 July to access free influenza vaccines, providing additional time to strengthen community protection.
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18 June 2026

Apply to join the National Cardiac Registry Steering Committee

Do you want to contribute to system change across the WA Health system? Apply to be a WA member of the National Cardiac Registry Steering Committee.