Australians soon will get the greater access to primary health care programs : Current Affairs on 01 May

Today - 01 May, SBS Sinhala Radio current Affair Feature on Greater access to primary health care programs for Australians

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk (left), Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (centre) and NSW Premier Chris Minns (right) are seen during a press conference after the National Cabinet meeting in Brisbane, Friday, April 28, 2023. Prime Minister Albanese met with Premiers and Chief Ministers from around Australia. (AAP Image/Darren England) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / DARREN ENGLAND/AAPIMAGE

HIGHLIGHTS

• The Prime Minister has announced more than $2 billion in funding for Medicare which will help expand the GP, nursing and pharmacy workforce to provide extended operating hours. The announcement comes ahead of the May 9 budget.