WA Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms Hospital Emergency Depts
Shocking new report reveals Western Australia's mental health system is failing, with desperate patients flooding emergency departments due to critical gaps in community care services.
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ACT Tribunal upholds suspension of renal specialist Dr Falk
The ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal has confirmed the suspension of prominent Canberra renal physician Dr Michael Falk, citing serious concerns about his fitness to practice medicine. The decision follows a lengthy investigation into multiple patien
Wollongong man's world record plank for mental health
Local Wollongong fitness coach Lee Murray is attempting a gruelling 9-hour 30-minute plank world record at WIN Entertainment Centre to raise crucial funds for mental health awareness.
Younger Aussie men face prostate cancer surge
New data reveals a disturbing trend as prostate cancer diagnoses increase significantly among men under 60, prompting urgent calls for earlier screening and awareness.
Barwon Health Takes Over Anam Cara House Geelong
Geelong's palliative care landscape transforms as Barwon Health assumes control of Anam Cara House, ensuring continued support for terminally ill patients and their families across the region.
Coach Mladen Iovi, 44, dies of heart attack during match
The football world is in mourning after 44-year-old coach Mladen Iovi collapsed and died from a heart attack while coaching his team during a match in Europe.
Mental Health Act halts accused killer's court case
Court proceedings against alleged murderer Damian James Carroll have been suspended indefinitely after he was deemed mentally unfit to stand trial under Queensland's Mental Health Act.
Thailand's $470 alcohol fines hit tourist hotspots
Australian travellers heading to Thailand face hefty new fines as alcohol restrictions expand to major tourist hotspots including beaches, parks, and temples.
Australia's gambling ad crisis harming mental health
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's saturation of gambling advertisements is creating a national mental health emergency, with vulnerable Australians paying the ultimate price.
Hospital to pay $120k over pregnancy care failures
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.
5,000 Steps Daily Could Protect Brain From Alzheimer's
Groundbreaking Australian research shows you don't need 10,000 steps - just 5,000 daily steps may significantly protect your brain from Alzheimer's-related cognitive decline and memory loss.
Netball star Sophie Bradbury champions mental health
Newcastle Netball's rising star Sophie Bradbury opens up about her mental health journey and driving change for athletes across New South Wales.
Ex-Premier Miles denies Townsville hospital crisis knowledge
Ex-Queensland Premier Steven Miles faces scrutiny after claiming no awareness of Townsville University Hospital's urology department failures despite documentary evidence suggesting otherwise.
Prof Tracy Burrows named 2025 AAHMS Fellow
Leading nutrition expert Professor Tracy Burrows from the University of Newcastle receives prestigious Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences fellowship recognition for 2025.
MKR Rivals Clash in Semi-Final Pressure Cooker
The My Kitchen Rules competition reaches boiling point as rival teams face off in an intense pressure cooker challenge. Who will secure their place in the semi-finals?
Perth charity walk smashes records for childhood heart disease
Western Australia's community showed overwhelming support for families battling childhood heart disease, with a record-breaking turnout for the annual charity walk along Perth's picturesque riverfront.
Newcastle Lord Mayor Reveals Cancer Diagnosis Journey
Newcastle's Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge reveals his recent prostate cancer diagnosis, sharing his emotional journey and urging men to prioritise regular health checks in this exclusive interview.
Geelong pollen research transforms asthma forecasts
Discover how a dedicated Geelong pollen counter is transforming thunderstorm asthma predictions, making Victoria safer for allergy sufferers with groundbreaking local research.
Canberra experts launch Solomon Islands palliative care unit
ACT Health staff have collaborated with Solomon Islands counterparts to establish the nation's first dedicated palliative care unit, transforming end-of-life care in the Pacific region.
Geelong uses drones to fight disease-carrying mosquitoes
Geelong launches innovative drone program to combat mosquito populations and prevent Ross River virus outbreaks in a groundbreaking public health initiative.
Bali's Methanol Danger: Tourist Death Warning
Australian travellers are being warned about Bali's hidden killer after research reveals the island has the world's highest rate of tourist deaths from methanol poisoning in drinks.
Cardiac arrest survivor reunites with lifesaving paramedics
Garry Kingston meets the St John WA heroes who saved his life after a sudden cardiac arrest in a heartwarming Perth reunion story.
WA's COPD Crisis: Respiratory Hotspots Revealed
New data exposes alarming chronic lung disease rates in City of Swan, Rockingham and Mandurah, with smoking and ageing population driving worrying health trend across Western Australia.
Aboriginal Youth Mental Health Crisis: Cultural Safety Needed
New research reveals alarming gaps in mental health services for Indigenous youth, with experts demanding urgent action on culturally appropriate care.
Cardiac arrest survivor's emotional paramedic reunion
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.
Geelong choir saves lives through music power
Discover how Geelong's revolutionary choir is transforming mental health through song, creating connections that are literally saving lives in our community.
Music Reduces Dementia Risk By 40%
Groundbreaking Australian research reveals that regularly listening to music could dramatically reduce your chances of developing dementia, offering a simple and enjoyable prevention strategy.
Cricketer's heartbreak drives mental health round
Queanbeyan cricketer Harry Thomas turns personal tragedy into powerful advocacy, driving Cricket ACT's Mental Health Round to break stigmas and save lives.
WA Students Lead Mental Health Push-Up Challenge
Perth students are being called to become mental health ambassadors in Australia's largest fitness-based mental health initiative, with 3,319 push-ups targeting suicide prevention awareness.
Wollongong baby's heart surgery at 3 days old
Meet Layla, the Wollongong infant who underwent open heart surgery at just three days old. Discover her family's emotional journey and how Heart Kids NSW provides crucial support.
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