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Our role and priorities
We protect people in Australia from health threats, by strengthening prevention, preparedness and trusted public health advice.
Legislation and transparency
We publish our advice for full transparency and accountability. This is embedded in the legislation, to ensure everyone can see the advice informing public health decisions.
Our people
Our Director-General provides national leadership in assessing public health risk, with the support of an Expert Advisory Council, a strong leadership team and about 250 staff.
News
News
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.
Communicable Diseases Intelligence (CDI)
About CDI
CDI is a peer-reviewed scientific journal with leading academic content focused on public health. Read more about CDI and access the latest articles.
Enterovirus annual report
Read ‘Australian National Enterovirus Reference Laboratory annual report, 2024’ by Matthew B Kaye et al.
iGAS disease in north east Melbourne
Read 'Epidemiology of invasive group A streptococcal disease in the north east of Melbourne: insights from surveillance data’ by Safiya Rahman Ateekur Rahman et al.
2024 salmonella outbreak in Western Australia
Read ‘A large foodborne outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium linked to bánh mì, Western Australia, 2024’ by Alison S Brown et al.