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Bringing Digital Health to Central Australia - introducing Dr Sam Goodwin
Australia's digital health system is currently developing and evolving to best serve the community's needs, and arguably, people living in the most remote areas of the continent stand to benefit the most.
Important reminder not to put your health on hold
The Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) has launched a digital health guide to help Australians find the latest health information and advice about navigating the healthcare system during a time when information overload is widespread. Your practical guide to a healthier future through digital technology provides clear advice to help Australians and their families get healthcare safely as restrictions are eased, with online resources and an easy to use online symptom checker.
New test result availability empowering people living with diabetes to take control of their health
National Diabetes Week (July 9 to July 15) provides an opportunity to highlight the importance of effective diabetes management.
Australian Digital Health Agency appoints new Board Chair
The Australian Digital Health Agency (the Agency) welcomes the appointment of Lyn McGrath as the Agency’s new Board Chair.
East Arnhem announced as site for Digital Health Communities of Excellence Program
Under a national initiative led by the Australian Digital Health Agency, East Arnhem will become a Community of Excellence for digital health.
Secondary use of data
Helping to improve Australia's health system.
Top trends in digital health – insights from the MSIA
Emma Hossack and Robert Best from the Medical Software Industry Association share their insights with us.
Navigating digital health - where we've been, and where we're going
The best way to predict the future is to create it. This special report shares some insights about what’s on the horizon for digital health in Australia.
Digital Bytes with Dr Jason King - Managing important health information with digital health tools
Watch the latest Digital Bytes with Dr Jason King to learn about the importance of managing health information with digital health tools in Far North Queensland.
Access history
All the activity that has taken place in your record.
New program to ensure nurses and midwives are at the forefront of digital health
A new professional development program has been launched to identify the necessary digital health capabilities for nurses and midwives to further improve the quality, safety and efficiency of care that they deliver. The 2020 focus on nursing and midwifery in the digital age coincides with the World Health Organization’s International Year of the Nurse and Midwife.
Nominated representatives
Find out how to give someone you trust access to your record or accept an invitation to be a nominated representative.
Notification settings
Keeping you up to date of any changes made to your record.
Why timely access to health information is crucial
Access to the latest information is crucial for the health system to run efficiently and effectively.
Medicare information settings
Some of your Medicare information can be viewed in your record. You can decide which types of Medicare information can be viewed.
The quiet achievers of digital health: celebrating 100 releases of the Australian Medicines Terminology
Australian Digital Health Agency celebrates the 100th release of the Australian Medicines Terminology with the quiet achievers of digital health.
Cyber security
Navigate cyber security initiatives at the Australia Digital Health Agency. Learn about efforts to protect healthcare systems from evolving online threats.
International collaboration on digital health best practice supports global response to COVID-19 pandemic
Four reports – White Papers – have been published by the Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) of over 30 nations including Australia detailing what GDHP member countries are doing to deliver digital health services and improve patient health outcomes.
Digital Health Test Beds Program - Final report
From 2018 to 2021, the Agency funded a research program to pilot new digitally enabled models of care through partnerships between industry, government and healthcare provider organisations.
Latoya’s Journey: breaking down barriers to digital health literacy with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community driven resources
NAIDOC Week 2023 (2-9 July) provides a significant opportunity to showcase how digital health tools can support healthcare access for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including reducing
Digital Bytes with Dr Jason King - Empowering communities with digital health tools
In this film Dr Jason King discusses empowering communities with digital health tools. Learn more about fostering communities with digital health tools.
Security and access policy guidance for sole traders
Under Rule 42 of the My Health Records Rule 2016, organisations that wish to register with the My Health Record system must establish, implement and enforce a written policy covering a number of manda
View and update profile details
Keep track of all your personal details and help give your healthcare providers a full picture of your care.
Emergency contacts
Adding emergency contacts helps your healthcare providers to contact your family member, close friend or carer during an emergency.
Changing restricted access
Managing access your healthcare provider organisations have.
Compatible browsers
You can access My Health Record from any compatible computer or mobile device with an internet connection. View a list of compatible browsers.
Diagnostic imaging reports
Access reports from X-rays, CT scans and ultrasounds that have been uploaded by your healthcare providers.
Accessibility
We’re continually updating this site to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
Communities of Excellence
Improving health and wellbeing through connected digital health communities in rural and remote areas across Australia.
Specialist letters
A clinical document that a specialist who is treating you writes to your GP, uploaded by your specialist healthcare providers.
Event summaries
A clinical document that can be uploaded by healthcare providers.
Discharge summaries
A summary of your hospital stays and follow up treatment uploaded by your healthcare provider organisations.
Allergies, medicines, adverse reactions
A consolidated list sourced from other documents that have been added by you or your healthcare providers.
Pharmacist shared medicines list (PSML)
A list of medicines you may be taking, created by a pharmacist or healthcare provider or hospital pharmacy.
e-Referrals
Information shared between healthcare providers.
Privacy policy
On this page: Agency Privacy Policy | My Health Record Privacy Policy Summary
Immunisations
Consolidated list of your vaccinations in your clinical documents or uploaded from the Australian Immunisation Register.
Growth charts
Keep track of a child's physical growth over time.
Achievement diary
Your child's development and memorable moments that you can add.
Incorrect or missing information
While unlikely, it’s possible that incorrect information could be uploaded to My Health Record or that information could be missing.
Registers
Explore registers ensuring transparency at Australia's Digital Health Agency. Learn about our policies, privacy, and reporting mechanisms.
Pathology reports
Information about blood tests, urine tests, biopsies and more, uploaded by healthcare provider organisations.
ePIP incentive eligibility requirements
The Practice Incentive Program eHealth Incentive (ePIP) has five eligibility requirements.
ANAO Performance Audit Implementation Plan Publication
On 25 November 2019, the ANAO tabled its performance audit report into the Implementation of the My Health Record system. It included five recommendations and the Agency’s responses.
Service of legal documents
Requests for My Health Records Information Requests for data will be individually assessed and any disclosure will be limited to the minimum necessary to satisfy the request.
Webinars for healthcare providers
Education and training webinars for healthcare providers about My Health Record and more.
Advance care document custodian
Someone who holds a copy of your advance care planning document.
Contact us
Resources and help
Advance care planning
By adding an advance care planning document to your record, your wishes can be safely and securely accessed if they were ever needed in a medical emergency.
Person-centred
Digital health platforms, tools, records, and smartphone apps empower us to monitor and take charge of our health and well-being. By providing direct access to reliable and comprehensive health information, these resources enable us to interact confidently with healthcare providers and gain a deeper understanding of our individual health.