Tips for healthy ageing

Online health resources

It’s good to know what health issues can affect you as you get older, and how you can keep healthy. There are resources online to help you understand health risks, get tips for healthy ageing and access health care services. These links will take you away from myGov.

Finding health services

If you need to find health services in your area, use the find a health service tool on the healthdirect website. You can search for GPs, pharmacies, dentists and more.

Government screening programs

There are free government health screening programs available to older Australians. You can find out more about the programs on the Department of Health and Aged Care website.

Health resources for Indigenous Australians

There are health resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Find out more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health on the Department of Health and Aged Care website.