$110m funding boost to support Australians with chronic conditions

Chronic conditions cause 90% of deaths and affect most Australians.

The Albanese Government is committing $110 million over three years to fund projects aimed at preventing chronic conditions and improving care for Australians living with them.

The investment will be delivered through the new Chronic Conditions Prevention and Integrated Care Grants Program, supporting initiatives that strengthen prevention, improve care coordination, and assist people with multiple chronic conditions.

The announcement coincides with the release of the refreshed National Strategic Framework for Chronic Conditions 2026–35, which outlines a coordinated approach to support Australians with long-term health issues. Chronic conditions cause most of the country’s disease burden and are linked to around 90% of deaths.

Common chronic conditions include arthritis, asthma, back problems, cancer, chronic kidney disease, COPD, diabetes, osteoporosis, and various heart, stroke, and vascular diseases.

The framework aims to make it easier for governments, health professionals, and communities to work together on early intervention, treatment, and management. It was developed in consultation with state and territory governments, First Nations stakeholders, and the broader community.

Details on the 2026 grants application process will be released soon.