Latest WA Health News

Free mosquito protection for Perth to repel, prevent, protect
WA pharmacists supported by expanded training opportunities
Spring gardeners reminded to protect against Legionnaires’ disease
Expression of Interest: consumer representative to help shape the future of genomic health care in WA
Case of severe respiratory diphtheria reported in Perth Metro area
New Chair of the Western Australian Meat Industry Authority Board
Welcoming Mount Lawley Hospital to the WA public health system
Canberrans encouraged to download Canberra Health Services’ new-look app
WA launches roadmap to eliminate rheumatic heart disease by 2036
More ADHD care available as WA doctors complete specialist training
Young adult diagnosed with meningococcal disease in Western Australia
Construction Commences At New Mandurah Hospital
National Stroke Week highlights women’s unique stroke risks
New members welcomed to Policy and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committees
Latest Healthy Sexual campaign encourages safer sex and regular STI testing
Update on meningococcal surveillance in Western Australia
New campaign responds to rising mpox cases in Western Australia
WA Health expands diphtheria outbreak vaccination program to include the Midwest
Funding Boost For Top WA Health And Medical Researchers
Western Australians invited to help shape the State’s first Preventative Health Strategy
WA practices support lung cancer screening awareness for their patients
WA Health provides public health update following avian influenza detection in wild bird
Five million cigarettes seized and stores closed under new laws
Western Australians reminded to get tested early for blood viruses
WA community warned to protect against mosquito bites following fatality
International study highlights WA’s resilience in maintaining cancer diagnoses during COVID-19
Future Of Mount Hospital Secured For Patients And Staff
Health Advisory: Mice Infestations And Pesticide Safety
Junior doctor recruitment drive to boost WA hospital workforce
WA Health boosts vaccination response amid regional diphtheria outbreak
$2 million boost to strengthen WA health research studies
Clinical Trials Day highlights the key role of WA’s researchers
Nominations Open For 2026 WA Health Excellence Awards
First closure orders issued under tough new tobacco laws
WA Health Update Regarding Hantavirus Situation
Winners of WA Nursing and Midwifery Excellence Awards announced
Scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health leaders
Cook Labor Government Delivering For Peel
Cook Labor Government Delivering For Gascoyne
Cook Labor Government Delivering For Wheatbelt
Residents urged to check vaccinations following diphtheria outbreak in regional WA
RACGP leaders engage with local health workforce in regional Western Australia
Poliovirus Detected In Western Australian Wastewater
Cook Labor Government Acquires Mount Lawley Hospital
Keeping WA Healthy This Winter
Public Health Advice – Maddington Lithium Fire
New strategy to support Western Australians affected by neurological conditions
New Tobacco And Vape Laws Coming Soon