Canberra GP clinic shuts abruptly via text message
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.
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Townsville mother becomes doctor after 10-year journey
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.
Daniel Andrews in hospital with mysterious illness
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.
SA lung transplant centre hits 300-patient milestone
A South Australian lung transplant centre celebrates saving 300 lives. Its founder shares in patient joys, from weddings to births, marking profound community impact.
Car crashes into Niddrie medical centre, one dead
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.
HMRI award for research transforming blood infection care
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.
Perjurer's fake documents sharpen 'sword of Damocles'
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.
Patient Sues Ramsay Health Over Spinal Surgery Claims
A Queensland woman is suing Ramsay Health Care, alleging they covered up botched spinal surgeries. Learn about the legal battle and patient safety concerns.
Nationwide passport system outage causes airport chaos
A major technical failure in Australia's passport processing systems caused significant delays for international travellers. The issue has been resolved, but knock-on effects continue.
Breakthrough in Childhood Cancer Treatment Found
Australian researchers discover potential drug to overcome resistance in neuroblastoma, offering new hope for treating deadly childhood cancer. Learn about this medical breakthrough.
Urgent funding demanded for Cairns Hospital helipad
Cairns Hospital's critical helipad requires immediate $1.5 million upgrade as emergency services face dangerous landing conditions. Lives at risk without urgent action.
Singular Health files FDA application for 3DICOM Cloud
Perth-based Singular Health Group submits 510(k) to US FDA for its cloud-based 3D medical imaging platform. Approval could transform global healthcare access and slash duplicate scan costs.
Australian Patch Monitors Unborn Babies at Home
Australian researchers develop revolutionary wearable patch to track fetal movements at home. This breakthrough technology could transform prenatal care for expectant mothers.
QGAir Rescue Helicopter Staffing Crisis Revealed
Explosive allegations reveal QGAir rescue helicopter service operating with skeleton crews, raising serious safety concerns. Read the full investigation.
WA family's $3M race to save toddler's life
Perth family races to raise $3 million for two-year-old Aurelia Patel's lifesaving heart and lung transplant in the US after Australian options exhausted.
Critical Staff Shortages Hit QGAir Emergency Fleet
Queensland's emergency air service QGAir faces critical staffing shortages, risking patient transfers. Health Minister Shannon Fentiman confirms urgent action needed.
Local Media Drives Medical Practice Success in Wollongong
Helios Medical Rooms in Wollongong boosted patient numbers through local advertising with ACM. Discover how community-focused marketing builds trust and delivers real results for Australian small businesses.
$4.3M Surgical Robot Fundraiser Success for North QLD
North Queensland celebrates record $4.3M fundraiser securing life-saving surgical robot technology. This groundbreaking achievement will transform regional healthcare access.
Bali methanol poisoning victim airlifted to Russia
Russian tourist Andrei Borodin evacuated from Bali after suspected methanol poisoning leaves him in coma with $128,000 medical bill. Read the latest on this health crisis.
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.
Doctor's Registration Cancelled Over Privacy Breach
Perth doctor Anita Titus-George had her medical registration cancelled after sharing patient information with her ex-husband. Learn about the serious privacy violations.
VAD deaths surge in WA, staff shortages feared
Voluntary assisted dying deaths in Western Australia jumped 65% last financial year, prompting urgent warnings of practitioner shortages and workforce burnout risks.
Australian Hunt for Asthma Cure Using AI
Newcastle researchers are pioneering a national effort to find an asthma cure using artificial intelligence and genetics, challenging long-held beliefs about the disease's incurability.
Solving Australia's regional healthcare crisis
Australia's regional healthcare crisis sees life expectancy gaps of 7 years. Discover how universities and government can collaborate to train local doctors for regional communities.
Canberra's first private emergency department opens 2026
Canberra's first private emergency department is set to open in March 2026, offering no wait times and fast scans. Learn how this doctor-led project aims to ease pressure on public hospitals.
Geelong Hospital Sued Over Catheter Death Negligence
University Hospital Geelong faces legal action after a woman died from alleged catheter perforation. Family seeks justice for medical negligence that cost a life.
Albion Park dad fights cancer to save family home
Paul Redding, 33, battles kidney cancer while fighting to keep his Albion Park home and be there for his three young children. His family faces financial crisis during recovery.
Geelong names 12 doctors in concussion class action
Geelong Football Club has dragged 12 former doctors into concussion lawsuit as medical experts warn about working in AFL. Nearly 100 players involved in billion-dollar case.
Peter Klinken Enters WA Science Hall of Fame
WA's longest-serving chief scientist Prof Peter Klinken earns Hall of Fame induction for his transformative contributions to medical research and science advocacy.
QLD baby saved after crash in miracle rescue mission
A 10-week-old baby was miraculously saved by LifeFlight after a serious car crash in Queensland. Discover how the rescue crew flew 350km to get him the urgent care he needed.
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