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Paramedics Handle Two Crashes on Hunter Highways
Emergency services attended two separate vehicle collisions in the Hunter region, including a significant incident on the New England Highway, with paramedics providing critical care.
Rita Saffioti's 10 Winter Health and Info Tips
WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti shares 10 essential strategies to stay informed and maintain health during the winter months, focusing on community resources and proactive wellness.
Perth Mum's Melanoma Fight as March Hits 15 Years
Emma Rowles was diagnosed with a rare melanoma at 32 while pregnant. Her story underscores the importance of the 15th Melanoma March in Victoria Park, raising funds for critical skin cancer research.
Perth's Monty the Man Van Boosts Men's Mental Health Outreach
Paul Litwin's Men's Talk charity launches Monty the Man Van, a mobile service bringing mental health support directly to Perth men in their communities to combat stigma and reduce suicide rates.
Edmonton Clinic's New Era: Doctor Son Joins Father
A family-run medical clinic in Edmonton enters a new chapter as a doctor son teams up with his father, blending tradition with modern healthcare approaches.
WA Doctors Demand Free Meningococcal B Vaccine for Kids
The Royal Australian College of GPs urges the WA government to provide free meningococcal B vaccinations for children and teenagers to combat rising infection risks.
New Tool Helps Identify Kids at Risk of Serious Speech Disorders
A new online tool from Melbourne researchers aims to distinguish normal speech errors from serious disorders in children, reducing unnecessary therapy and ensuring early intervention for those in need.
New Video Shows Hat Clue in Missing Boy Gus Lamont Case
South Australian Police have released a video showing missing four-year-old Gus Lamont wearing a grey felt hat, matching the one he had on when he vanished 150 days ago, as a suspect is identified.
Queensland Doctors Push for E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety Reforms
The Australian Medical Association's Queensland branch calls for age limits, speed caps, and mandatory helmets as a parliamentary inquiry investigates escalating e-mobility injuries and deaths across the state.
Measles Alert for Six Sydney Locations After Two New Cases
NSW Health has issued a measles alert for six locations across Sydney after two new cases were reported. One case is linked to a previous exposure site, while the other recently returned from South East Asia.
Pharmacists Call for End to Home Medicine Review Caps
Canberra pharmacists are urging the government to remove caps on home medicine reviews, arguing current limits hinder patient care and increase healthcare costs.
Yanchep Medicare Urgent Care Clinic Opens in Perth
The Yanchep Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has officially opened, offering fully bulk-billed walk-in care for urgent but non-life-threatening conditions seven days a week. This new facility aims to ease pressure on local hospital emergency departments.
Grandmother's 5-Day Hospital Wait Leads to Minister Apology
A 74-year-old Perth grandmother with a brain tumour waited five days for a specialist bed, sparking an apology from the Health Minister over hospital capacity issues in Western Australia.
Doctor Jailed for atal Crash in Perth
A Perth obstetrician has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison for killing a young woman in a high-speed crash while intoxicated, with dashcam footage capturing his rant before impact.
Melbourne Gynaecologist Accused of Unnecessary Surgeries
A Melbourne gynaecologist faces police investigation over allegations of performing unnecessary pelvic surgeries on women, with over 200 complaints and claims of life-altering harm.
Missing Boy Gus Lamont: Parents Issue Desperate Plea
The parents of missing four-year-old August 'Gus' Lamont have broken their silence with a raw plea for information, nearly five months after he vanished from a remote outback station in South Australia.
Shellharbour Medicare Urgent Care Clinic Opens
The new Shellharbour Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has commenced operations, offering free treatment for non-life-threatening conditions without appointments, aiming to reduce emergency department pressures.
Health Insurance Premiums Rise 4.41%, Highest in 8 Years
Private health insurance premiums are set to increase by an average of 4.41% this year, the highest rise in eight years, adding pressure to household budgets. Experts reveal why many Australians aren't switching despite dissatisfaction.
Homicide Probe into Woman's Death in Bellbird Park
A homicide investigation is underway after postmortem results revealed suspicious elements in the death of Katherine Sanowski, 42, found in a Bellbird Park home. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Doctors Call for Evidence-Based Medicare Funding in Hunter
Medical groups urge the federal government to base healthcare funding on evidence, not politics, as debates over bulk-billing and Medicare rebates intensify in the Hunter region.
Missing Man Hafiz Muhammad Junaid Mashood Could Be in Otford
Police express serious concerns for Hafiz Muhammad Junaid Mashood, 26, last seen in Sutherland on February 13, as he may be in the Otford region of the northern Illawarra.
Danish Doctor Trades Winters for Croc Country and Rescue Missions
A Danish doctor has left behind the cold winters of Denmark to join LifeFlight in Queensland, where he now faces crocodiles and high-stakes rescue missions in Australia's remote outback.
New Doctors Train for Lifesaving Missions in Far North Queensland
A cohort of new doctors is undergoing intensive training to prepare for emergency medical missions in remote areas of Far North Queensland, enhancing healthcare access.
Homicide Detectives Probe Patient Death at Geelong Hospital
Victoria Police homicide squad investigates the death of a patient at University Hospital Geelong, with authorities treating the case as suspicious and urging public information.
Father and Sons Stabbed in Flinders Home Invasion
A father and his two sons were stabbed during a violent home invasion in Flinders, with police launching an investigation into the shocking incident.
Four Fighting for Life After Car Goes Off Cliff in Queensland
A major rescue operation is underway in Sandy Creek, Queensland, after a car went over a cliff, leaving four people in life-threatening conditions. Emergency services responded to the scene on Monday afternoon.
Parents' Agony After Finding Son at Fatal Crash Scene
A Melbourne family is devastated after discovering their teenage son at a crash scene where he was fatally struck by a car, sparking calls for improved pedestrian safety measures.
NSW Launches Vaccine Tool Amid Measles Spike
NSW Health introduces a new online tool for personalised childhood immunisation schedules as measles cases rise, with 17 infections confirmed in 2026.
Albion Park Mum's Brave Fight Against Brain Cancer
A mother from Albion Park is showing incredible resilience in her fight against brain cancer, inspiring her local community with her courage and determination.
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