'In a precarious situation': Why experts say Australia needed a centre for disease control

'In a precarious situation': Why experts say Australia needed a centre for disease control

While experts say the agency will improve Australia's public health response, there are concerns it could initially miss key issues.

Australian National Review - Australian Centre for Disease Control Passes Parliament With Greens Amendments Requiring Climate Reporting

A woman closes her eyes while receiving a COVID-19 vaccine at Sydney Road Family Medical Practice in the Balgowlah suburb of Sydney, Australia, on Jan. 10, 2022. Jenny Evans/Getty Images The Australian Centre for Disease Control Bill 2025 has passed the parliament, with Greens-backed amendments requiring annual reporting on the health impacts of climate change. The Australian CDC is due to commence from January 2026 as a statutory agency within…