Amanda Young's chronic back pain was dismissed by Townsville Hospital staff. A year later, surgery revealed severe bone spurs, but she says delayed care caused permanent nerve damage. Her story raises urgent questions about patient advocacy and pain manag
Canberra's teenage running sensation Cameron Myers missed a gold medal due to two blackouts. AIS doctors have now cleared him for a crucial US tour. Read the full story.
Hydrix, Patagonia Lithium, ETM and AdAlta delivered explosive gains on the ASX this week. Discover the deals and global events behind the rallies. Read more.
New report reveals how heatwaves and extreme weather events are overwhelming Australia's health services, driving up emergency admissions and costs. Learn the urgent call for climate-resilient healthcare.
Clinicians at a new Adelaide mental health unit refused to admit more patients due to unsafe staffing levels, forcing SafeWork intervention. Read the full story.
Townsville University Hospital welcomes 70 new doctors in a major workforce boost for North Queensland healthcare. Discover how this influx tackles regional doctor shortages.
Australian swimming legend Liesel Jones opens up about using medical assistance to lose 25kg, battling PCOS and body image stigma. Watch her honest Sunrise interview.
David Parsons, a 26-year-old Indigenous doctor from Stockton, is fighting for recovery after a devastating motorhome crash days after his graduation. His family clings to hope as community support surges.
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
New data reveals WA's cost of living crisis is forcing families to choose between food and bills, with smoking rates also rising. Doctors are sounding the alarm. Read the full report.
Perth mother Chloe Mowday is back in Australia fighting for her life after a routine cosmetic procedure in Vietnam led to sepsis and organ failure. Her family calls her return a miracle.
More than 100 Geelong residents have lodged formal complaints against doctors and other health practitioners. Discover the leading issues and what authorities are doing.
Dr Andrew Miller recounts the pivotal moment a disastrous shave before a hospital night shift made him realise he was not destined to be a surgeon. Discover the full moon epiphany.
Northam student Joshua Patrick, a young carer, conquered self-doubt to secure a medical school place. Discover his inspiring journey of resilience and academic triumph.
Melbourne Storm forward Eli Katoa faces a year out minimum after emergency brain surgery. The NRL is investigating Tonga's medical staff over his treatment. Read his inspiring recovery journey.
A Central Coast father has died and his partner is fighting for life after a scooter crash in Bali. The community rallies with a GoFundMe for the injured mother-of-two. Read the full story.
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A national audit reveals thousands of hospital deaths were caused by human error and poor decision-making. Experts call for urgent training overhaul and better systems. Read the full report.
A Perth family's world shattered when their daughter's lingering foot pain was finally diagnosed as bone cancer. Days later, her father received his own devastating diagnosis. Read their heartbreaking story.
A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.
Melbourne researchers discover the TAK1 gene shields cancer cells from immune attack. The breakthrough, published in Cell Reports, could lead to more effective immunotherapy drugs for melanoma and other cancers.
Cairns Hospital's new $3.5 million helipad is set to drastically cut transfer times for critical patients, boosting emergency care for the Far North. Read how this upgrade will save lives.
Queensland's corruption watchdog charges four over alleged bribes from a medical device company. One suspect remains at large as the investigation continues.
Wanniassa Family Practice closed permanently with a text, leaving patients without care and sparking concerns over medical records. The move worsens Canberra's GP shortage crisis.
Townsville mother-of-two Dr. Jessica McKinnon graduates as a doctor after a decade of study, inspired to give back to her community. Read her inspiring story.
Former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has been admitted to Monash Clayton Hospital. Sources report conflicting details on his condition, including a possible stroke. Get the latest.
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.
A man has died and two others are in hospital after a car crashed into a Melbourne medical centre. Police are investigating the cause of the tragic incident.
Professor Joshua Davis wins HMRI Research Excellence Award for landmark work on staphylococcus aureus bloodstream infections, improving global patient outcomes. Read about the Newcastle-based breakthrough.
A Canberra man's five-year campaign of lies, including fake medical certificates and perjury, only worsened his fate. Read how his deception led to a four-year prison sentence.