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Female nurse in PPE gear

Masks still required in high-risk settings

Recently eased mask wearing rules which came into effect on Friday, 9 September do not apply to hospitals and other high-risk settings.
Woman wearing PPE mask

Reduced isolation period for COVID-19 cases and close contacts

The isolation period for people who test positive for COVID-19 has changed from 7 to 5 complete days.
Health officers wearing PPE at COVID testing clinic

COVID-19 testing clinic hours to reduce

WA’s approach to COVID-19 testing, which has been vital in detecting COVID-19 to keep the community safe, has changed considerably since the early days of the pandemic.

Graduate Development Program: Applications now open

The WA Health Graduate Development Program (GDP) attracts well-rounded graduates who are looking for a jumpstart into a career.
Manage My Care logo and a mobile phone displaying the app

Keeping track of outpatient appointments made easier with Manage My Care app

The Department of Health is encouraging consumers to tap into Manage My Care – WA Health’s first digital mobile and web-based app to track real-time scheduling of outpatient appointments and specialist referrals.