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Aurelia's family races for millions for transplant

The family of Perth toddler Aurelia Patel is in a desperate race against time to raise millions for a life-saving heart and lung transplant overseas after Australian options were exhausted.

Australia's Summer Forecast: Heat & Fire Risk

Australia's summer forecast predicts above-average heat nationwide, a heightened fire risk for NSW, and unpredictable rainfall. Get prepared for a season of extremes.

Perth School Needle Scare: Minister Seeks Answers

WA Health Minister Meredith Hammat demands details after a botched blood sugar test at Byford John Calvin School saw students pricked with a single needle. Parents urged to get children tested.

Woman needs $500k drug for rare disease CTX

Dominique Roth battles rare CTX disease but the life-changing drug costs $500,000 annually. Her story highlights urgent need for PBS reforms to help Australians with rare conditions.

Australian Cricket Needs Mongrel Spirit Revival

Former Australian cricketers' fearless approach contrasts with today's risk-averse team. Can Pat Cummins' side channel that old mongrel to reclaim Ashes glory? Analysis inside.

Omega-3 warning for pregnant Australian women

Australian experts warn against taking omega-3 supplements in pregnancy without testing. A new program aims to offer free testing to reduce preterm birth risks. Learn more.

Illawarra's Global Fight Against MND Continues

How Professor Justin Yerbury's legacy inspires Wollongong researchers in their global battle against motor neurone disease. Discover the groundbreaking work continuing at UOW.

4000+ Aussie foods hide dangerous trans fats

New research reveals thousands of Australian packaged foods contain hidden industrial trans fats, increasing heart disease risk. Urgent regulation needed to protect public health.

Fourth Crohn's Patient Treated with Stem Cell Therapy

NeuroScientific Biopharmaceuticals has dosed a fourth patient with its StemSmart stem-cell therapy for fistulising Crohn's disease, marking a key step for the Australian biotech. Discover the potential of this game-changing treatment.

Wollongong's world-first MND treatment breakthrough

University of Wollongong scientists unveil world-first motor neurone disease treatment tool, fulfilling Professor Justin Yerbury's vision. This breakthrough could transform MND care globally.

Measles Alert: Multiple Exposure Sites in WA Regions

Health authorities issue urgent warning after two confirmed measles cases visited multiple locations across Western Australia's South West and Great Southern regions. Public health alert active.

Camels Key to Future Brain Disorder Treatments

Groundbreaking Australian research reveals camel antibodies could transform treatment for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and psychiatric conditions. Scientists discover unique nanobodies that cross blood-brain barrier.

Youth Justice Crisis: Failing WA's Vulnerable Children

Sophie Stewart's powerful opinion piece calls for urgent intervention to prevent at-risk Western Australian children from entering the justice system, highlighting systemic failures and the need for early support.

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