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We’re excited to share the release of a commemorative book to celebrate #100YearsofHealth from 1925 to 2025. This historic publication is the first of its kind for JCPH, featuring archival photos + stories from the decades. For free online access, visit: jcph.org/100-years

Raphael Cilento served at Health from 1922 to 1934 including as Director of Tropical Hygiene🌴 His wife Phyllis was also a doctor & wrote a newspaper health column📰 📚For more 100 Years of Health see🖥️ health.gov.au/about-us/100-y… #100yearsofhealth #topicalmedicine #healthadvice

#Mentalhealth is important for all of us🧠 Community care👨‍👩‍👦& prevention are key points we're focusing🔎on for mental health issues. Read more here💻health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay

Oct is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth🎗️BreastScreen Australia began in 1991 & offers a free mammogram every 2 years for women 40+ 👩 Earlier detection🔍improves survival chances 👩🏼‍⚕‍ Book a breastscreen if you’re due✔️ More info💻health.gov.au/initiatives-an… #bccww #100YearsofHealth

It's National Asthma Awareness Week. #Asthma affects 1 in 9 🇦🇺 In 1989, pioneer asthma researcher Prof Ann Woolcock was instrumental to 🇦🇺's Asthma Management Plan, the🌎's first national asthma guidelines. Learn more 💻healthdirect.gov.au/asthma #100yearsofhealth #AirNutrition

Some of the most important healthcare work in Australia 🇦🇺 over the last century has been around #mentalhealth awareness, including launching Head to Health in 2017. 💻 Learn more about anxiety & find free resources & services at headtohealth.gov.au #100YearsofHealth

📜: The vital work of biochemist TB Robertson & his team ensured that 🇦🇺’s Commonwealth Serum Laboratories (CSL) was one of the world’s first places to manufacture insulin in large quantities from April 1924, saving many lives. #100YearsofHealth

It’s #InternationalDayAgainstDrugAbuseandIllicitTrafficking. Here’s an archived TV ad from 1988. Although from the 80’s, the message remains relevant today. Know someone dealing with drug & alcohol addiction? Find info & support at health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth

John Cumpston, Department of Health’s first Director-General, would have turned 131 today! He was a visionary for a fully developed national health administration and a prolific writer on many health topics. 📷: @nlagovau, obj-145025108 #100YearsofHealth

In June 1948 the PBS began operating, ensuring critical medicines were affordable!💊PBS medicines were originally only available to pensioners & those needing any of the 139 medicines initially listed. It now lists 5200 products. More: health.gov.au/about-us/100-y… #100YearsofHealth

Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay. From the minute you quit smoking, your health starts to improve. The National Tobacco Campaign launched in June 1997 is one of our longest running public health campaigns. For more visit health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth

It’s #InternationalNursesDay! Health Director of Nursing, Sister Paulina, was a representative at high-level conferences & the nursing section at @WHO, for which she was awarded the Order of Australia. #100YearsofHealth Credit: J. Mulligan and @nlagovau

Happy Mother’s Day! Remember having an ultrasound during pregnancy? In the 1960s, Australian scientists pioneered greyscale imaging which led to ultrasounds being used during pregnancy to check the baby's development. More: health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth

Do you remember this colouring-in page? Immunisation programs have been a major part of Australian public health policy over the past century. This colouring-in sheet is from a student resources pack forming part of the 1998 Measles Control Campaign. #100YearsofHealth

On Anzac Day we reflect on the sacrifice of those who serve in wartime, including doctors & nurses who ensure soldiers are in best possible health in often dire situations. Pictured is a medical officer giving a typhoid vaccination in Egypt, WW1 (courtesy NLA) #100YearsofHealth

Health initiatives were part of Australia’s reconstruction after WWII, reflecting a new perspective on Australia’s commitment to national health. Among the 1953 Page Plan’s provisions were immunisation & 1/3 of a pint of milk for children under 13 years. #100YearsofHealth

Health initiatives were part of Australia’s reconstruction after WWII, reflecting a new perspective on Australia’s commitment to national health. Among the 1953 Page Plan’s provisions were immunisation & 1/3 of a pint of milk for children under 13 years. #100YearsofHealth

📜: The vital work of biochemist TB Robertson & his team ensured that 🇦🇺’s Commonwealth Serum Laboratories (CSL) was one of the world’s first places to manufacture insulin in large quantities from April 1924, saving many lives. #100YearsofHealth

It’s #InternationalNursesDay! Health Director of Nursing, Sister Paulina, was a representative at high-level conferences & the nursing section at @WHO, for which she was awarded the Order of Australia. #100YearsofHealth Credit: J. Mulligan and @nlagovau

Prof Paul Kelly is our 9th & current Chief Medical Officer (CMO). He has 30 years’ research experience, focusing on infectious diseases. Since 1983 our CMOs have been key medical advisors to the Department, drawing on years of professional expertise #100YearsofHealth

On Anzac Day we reflect on the sacrifice of those who serve in wartime, including doctors & nurses who ensure soldiers are in best possible health in often dire situations. Pictured is a medical officer giving a typhoid vaccination in Egypt, WW1 (courtesy NLA) #100YearsofHealth

John Cumpston, Department of Health’s first Director-General, would have turned 131 today! He was a visionary for a fully developed national health administration and a prolific writer on many health topics. 📷: @nlagovau, obj-145025108 #100YearsofHealth

#Mentalhealth is important for all of us🧠 Community care👨‍👩‍👦& prevention are key points we're focusing🔎on for mental health issues. Read more here💻health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth #WorldMentalHealthDay

Smile, it's #WorldOralHealthDay 🦷 Are you old enough to remember the School Dental Scheme Clinics set up for to learn kids about oral hygiene? States & territories eventually developed similar dental programs, replacing the Scheme. Photo courtesy of @ADOHTA #100YearsOfHealth

Time to get competitive! Bring your favorite game to the Board Game Café on June 11. Don’t forget to check out the #100YearsofHealth Archive Gallery while you’re there. #NPSW2019

In June 1948 the PBS began operating, ensuring critical medicines were affordable!💊PBS medicines were originally only available to pensioners & those needing any of the 139 medicines initially listed. It now lists 5200 products. More: health.gov.au/about-us/100-y… #100YearsofHealth

Today is #WorldNoTobaccoDay. From the minute you quit smoking, your health starts to improve. The National Tobacco Campaign launched in June 1997 is one of our longest running public health campaigns. For more visit health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth

It's National Asthma Awareness Week. #Asthma affects 1 in 9 🇦🇺 In 1989, pioneer asthma researcher Prof Ann Woolcock was instrumental to 🇦🇺's Asthma Management Plan, the🌎's first national asthma guidelines. Learn more 💻healthdirect.gov.au/asthma #100yearsofhealth #AirNutrition

Happy Mother’s Day! Remember having an ultrasound during pregnancy? In the 1960s, Australian scientists pioneered greyscale imaging which led to ultrasounds being used during pregnancy to check the baby's development. More: health.gov.au/health-topics/… #100YearsofHealth

Do you remember this colouring-in page? Immunisation programs have been a major part of Australian public health policy over the past century. This colouring-in sheet is from a student resources pack forming part of the 1998 Measles Control Campaign. #100YearsofHealth

Food scarcity during #WWII prompted the department to update guidance on how to be resourceful to buy & prepare food to meet their children’s nutritional needs. Pictured are adverts on preventing scurvy & using cheap cuts of meat. #100YearsofHealth health.gov.au/about-us/100-y…

Next Tuesday, take part in our Digital Scavenger Hunt for #NPSW2019. This year’s theme is #100YearsofHealth … time to buff up on your history knowledge! Deadline to register is June 6.

Raphael Cilento served at Health from 1922 to 1934 including as Director of Tropical Hygiene🌴 His wife Phyllis was also a doctor & wrote a newspaper health column📰 📚For more 100 Years of Health see🖥️ health.gov.au/about-us/100-y… #100yearsofhealth #topicalmedicine #healthadvice

Blood transfusion apparatus, circa 1910 #100YearsOfHealth

Thank you #PHAC for a great National Public Service Week. Your work is vital to the health and well-being of Canadians. I look forward to the next #100YearsOfHealth. #NPSW

What activity are you most looking forward to during #NPSW2019? Stay tuned for food, fun, and tons of Health Canada fun facts for #100YearsofHealth!