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Supporting Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.

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Chemist Care Now

Victorians can now be treated for more conditions. Over 800 chemists are participating in the Chemist Care Now program.

Get it at the chemist

About the Department of Health

About the Department of Health

We help Victorians to stay healthy and safe, and deliver a world-class healthcare system that leads to better health outcomes for all Victorians.

Our Strategic Plan 2023-27 (2025 update)

Our strategic directions state what we are doing to support Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.

Our women's health program

To bridge the gap in women's healthcare, we are leading the delivery of a program of work to change the way women's health issues are treated.

News

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03 February News

Victorian Pill Testing Service at Victoria’s Pride Street Party

People heading to Victoria’s Pride Street Party on Sunday, 8 February 2026 will have access to free, legal and confidential pill testing.
28 January News

More mental health and alcohol and other drug supports for young people

Victoria is making a significant investment to enhance mental health and alcohol and other drug (AOD) supports that aim to keep young people connected to their communities and away from the justice system.
27 January News

New research projects aim to address gaps in women's health

The Women's Health Research Catalyst Grants program is being delivered as part of the Victorian Government's $153.9 million Women's Health and Wellbeing package, aiming to change the way women's health issues are treated in Victoria.

Supporting your health and wellbeing

Find services and programs on the Better Health Channel website.

Public Fertility Care

You can access free fertility assessments and treatments – like IVF – at participating health services across Victoria. Find out how this service can help you.

Extreme heat

Know the signs of heat-related health problems. Follow these steps to protect yourself and others. Find out more.

Urgent Care Services Victoria

When you need urgent healthcare now, but it's not life-threatening, and you can't wait to see your GP, help is available.

Publications

Research and reports

Explore our research and reports.

Policies, standards and guidelines

Explore our policies, standards, manuals and guidelines.

Forms and templates

Find various forms and templates.

Information for

Allied health professionals

Access to information relevant to allied health workers, including workforce, accreditation, clinical practice and community programs.

Business operators

Information relevant to business operators, such as food and services, water, pesticides, radiation, cemeteries and crematoria.

Dentists

Find information about oral health promotion, regulation and accreditation, dental health programs, workforce, services and community information.

Environmental health professionals

A quick reference page for environmental health professionals that includes all the information environmental health officers need for their day-to-day work.

General practitioners

Information for general practitioners including clinical practice, maternal and child health, immunisation, infectious diseases, drugs and poisons, mental health, aged care and hospitals.

Hospitals

Information for hospital workers, including funding and performance, registration and accreditation, data, reporting and analytics, drugs and poisons, and Blood Matters.

Nurses

Access information for nurses including, study programs, grants, registration, immunisation and employment.

Pharmacists

Access information for pharmacists, including prescriptions, forms and applications, and health workforce.

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Reviewed 04 February 2026

Bayi Dha-ang: Walk Strong

To reflect our commitment to improving Aboriginal health and wellbeing, we've commissioned an artwork by Bitja (Dixon Patten Jnr). 'Bayi Dha-ang: Walk Strong' tells the story of our shared journey - our people, our work, and the communities we serve.

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