Australia bans puberty blockers for under-18s
The Australian government announces sweeping restrictions on puberty blockers for children under 18, sparking debate about youth gender care and medical ethics.
The Australian government announces sweeping restrictions on puberty blockers for children under 18, sparking debate about youth gender care and medical ethics.
Discover how Australia's trailblazing Kids Research Institute has transformed children's healthcare through 35 years of groundbreaking medical discoveries and life-saving treatments.
The annual Nunu's Melbourne Cup beach race in Cairns has smashed fundraising records, bringing state-of-the-art robotic surgery technology closer to reality for Far North Queensland patients.
ACT Police urgently seek witnesses to a violent assault at Canberra Centre shopping complex. Authorities release CCTV footage and appeal for public assistance.
Exclusive: ForHealth Group faces significant delays in receiving a $38 million payment for Canberra's new Tuggeranong Medical Family Centre, raising concerns about healthcare funding and infrastructure delivery in the ACT region.
Canberra doctors are divided over the territory's new voluntary assisted dying legislation, with some medical professionals raising significant ethical concerns about patient safety and palliative care alternatives.
Calvary Health Care has been slapped with a $120,000 penalty after a tribunal found serious failures in their handling of a woman's pregnancy complication, raising concerns about maternity care standards in the ACT.
Major medical bodies warn that proposed Medicare changes could force bulk-billing clinics to close and reduce appointment times, putting quality healthcare at risk across Australia.
Australian doctors receive revolutionary new national guidelines for concussion management, moving beyond traditional 'rest and wait' approaches to active recovery strategies.
Two Western Australian researchers have claimed Australia's most prestigious science awards for developing revolutionary technology that could transform emergency medicine worldwide.
Discover why Turkey has become the world's hair transplant capital, attracting thousands of Australians with affordable prices, advanced technology, and all-inclusive medical tourism packages.
Canberra residents now have access to voluntary assisted dying, marking a historic shift in end-of-life care options in the ACT. Learn about the eligibility criteria and safeguards.
Leading nutrition expert Professor Tracy Burrows from the University of Newcastle receives prestigious Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences fellowship recognition for 2025.
Australian actress Maggie Steffans opens up about her daughter Katherine's challenging brain surgery journey and the family's emotional rollercoaster during this difficult time.
A Cairns shopping centre was thrown into chaos when a man armed with a replica firearm targeted teenagers in a terrifying daylight incident that has left the community shaken.
Illawarra mother Jane Barnes opens up about the terrifying reality of her son Jimmy's rare health condition and the constant worry that shadows their family.
University of Wollongong researchers develop groundbreaking implant technology that could transform pancreatic cancer treatment in Australian healthcare.
A healthcare revolution hits Western Australia as more than 120 medical practices transition to full bulk billing from November 1, delivering significant cost-of-living relief for patients across the state.
Discover how Geelong's new $450 million convention centre becomes a canvas for Australia's most spectacular urban artwork, creating a landmark cultural attraction.
A childcare worker in northwest Sydney has been suspended and charged after allegedly slapping a three-year-old child at a Dundas early learning centre, sparking police investigation.
A Sydney medical practice is making waves by committing to bulk bill every single patient, offering hope amid Australia's growing healthcare affordability crisis.
Garry Kingston's miraculous survival story unfolds as he meets the St John WA ambulance crew who brought him back from clinical death after a sudden cardiac arrest.
Cairns-based Indigenous band Earthkin is set to make music history with their groundbreaking single debut at the Tanks Arts Centre, marking a global first for First Nations music collaboration.
A Northern Territory coroner has ruled the tragic death of toddler Ebony Thompson, who became entangled in a fence at a Darwin childcare centre, could have been prevented with proper safety measures.
Townsville mayoral candidate Joanne Keune reveals her comprehensive strategy to revitalise the city centre, focusing on safety, business growth, and urban renewal to create a thriving CBD.
Prison officers at Cessnock Correctional Centre have launched strike action, protesting what they call an 'unacceptable' sentence given to an inmate who assaulted staff members.
Geelong is set to become Victoria's premier tennis destination as construction begins on the $26.5 million Regional Tennis Centre masterplan, featuring 22 new courts and world-class facilities.
A sophisticated cyber attack has compromised the Point Lonsdale Medical Group's systems, potentially exposing sensitive patient information. The clinic has launched an urgent investigation and is notifying affected individuals.
A former Weston Creek Children's Centre director has been sentenced to jail after pleading guilty to stealing over $150,000 from the community facility.
Disturbing surveillance video has emerged showing a woman allegedly interfering with medical equipment at Sutherland Hospital, with the incident preceding a patient's death. Police have launched a criminal investigation into the troubling events.