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Public policies & positions

We always aspire to be open and transparent to earn the trust and confidence of all our stakeholders.

 

We aim to develop policy positions in line with the needs of Australian patients, their families and the community

Here in Australia, we harness our passion for health and support policies that promote the interests of patients, improve public health and timely access to medicines and innovations.

Public policy areas

We adopt industry-leading standards, communicate openly and value the role of medicines in improving the lives of Australian patients, carers and the community.  

Access and affordability

Access and affordability

Access and affordability

We work to ensure our medicines and vaccines are available and affordable to patients who need them. Australia has a world class medical registration system, but it can also be a world leader by providing reimbursed access to innovative medicines at the time they are registered.

Innovation

Innovation

Innovation

Innovation is at the forefront of what we do. That's why we support policies that promote research & development investments and put patient needs first.

Public health

Public health

Public health

We take a firm stand on many public health issues confronting people and society today, including COVID-19, antimicrobial resistance and climate change, to name just a few.

Medicines as an investment

Medicines as an investment

Medicines as an investment

Money spent on medicines is an investment in the health and productivity of a society. New pharmaceutical investment should keep pace with the demands of an ageing population to ensure Australians remain healthy and productive into their later years.

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Transparency disclosures

AU-NON-00715 Last updated July 2023