Doctors Face Legal Action for Withholding Medical Care
A landmark legal case in Australia sees doctors accused of withholding care. Explore the ethical and legal implications for patient rights and medical practice.
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Patients stuck in $1000-a-day beds due to housing crisis
Canberra's housing shortage is forcing patients to languish in expensive hospital beds or be discharged into motels, straining the health system and leaving vulnerable people without support. Read the full investigation.
Bowel test result delay leads to late cancer diagnosis
A Hunter woman received a positive bowel screening result five months late, leading to a stage two cancer diagnosis. Experts clarify GP responsibility for follow-up.
Escaped Cairns forensic patient faces court over assault
A man who escaped from a Cairns forensic facility has faced court, charged with assaulting family members while on the run. Read the latest on this disturbing case.
Cairns manhunt: One caught, dangerous patient still at large
Police in Cairns have arrested one man and continue a major search for a 'very dangerous' patient who escaped a mental health facility. Full details on the ongoing operation.
Major police manhunt after patient escapes Cairns Hospital
A major police operation is underway in Cairns after a dangerous patient scaled the hospital walls and escaped. Authorities warn the public not to approach the two men involved.
Sleep Scientist Given More Jail for Patient Footage, Stalking
Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital scientist Stuart James King receives additional four-month sentence for stalking and indecent acts. Read the shocking details of his crimes.
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.
WA Dental Clinics Operate Without Sedation Licences
Exclusive: Scores of WA dentists perform complex surgeries under deep sedation in unlicensed clinics, sparking a government safety review. Discover the risks and the push for new regulations.
Hospital sleep scientist jailed for patient video access
A Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital sleep scientist has been sentenced to 5.5 years in prison for accessing intimate footage of female patients. Judge condemns hospital's filming practices. Read the full story.
Major shift in Australian healthcare expectations for 2025
A new report reveals Australians now prioritise digital access and convenience in healthcare. Discover the key trends reshaping service delivery across the nation.
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.
Cairns Hospital's $5.3M travel subsidy crisis
Cairns Hospital faces a $5.3 million blowout in patient travel subsidies, with disruptive groups drinking near the facility creating major access issues. Learn how this impacts healthcare delivery.
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.
Sewage Flood Causes Chaos at Perth Hospital ED
A patient at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital caused a sewage pipe burst, flooding the emergency department and forcing patient diversions. Read about the ongoing cleanup.
Healthcare worker jailed for patient sexual assault
A Perth phlebotomist has been sentenced to four years in jail for sexually assaulting a patient during a fake PCR test. Read the shocking court details.
WA Government Acts on Hospital Crisis After Dangerous Conditions
After extensive reporting on Western Australia's crumbling hospital system, the state government is taking decisive steps to address critical issues plaguing the healthcare sector.
Newcastle Dad's Prostate Cancer Trial Success
Will Creevey's prostate cancer journey takes an incredible turn with groundbreaking Enzarad trial success. Discover how this Newcastle father defied the odds and found new hope in Australian medical research.
Voluntary Assisted Dying Legal in Canberra
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.
Cairns journalist wins top award for healthcare exposé
Cairns Post reporter Emma Cam has been honoured as New Journalist of the Year for her groundbreaking investigation into critical healthcare safety concerns affecting Far North Queensland patients.
Cancer patient denied bail in Canberra murder case
ACT Supreme Court refuses bail for 27-year-old cancer patient accused of murdering 61-year-old Irma Palasics during violent home invasion. Details of the alleged crime and court proceedings revealed.
Point Lonsdale Medical Group Hit by Cyber Security Breach
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.
Aged Care Worker Accused of Stealing from Elderly Patient
A Gold Coast aged care worker faces serious allegations after being accused of systematically stealing thousands from an elderly dementia patient in a disturbing breach of trust.
Hospital Equipment Tampering Caught on CCTV Before Patient Death
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.
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