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.
Category : Health
ADHD Medication Poisonings Surge 400% in Australia
Alarming 400% increase in ADHD medication poisonings reported in Australia over past decade. Experts warn of growing prescription rates and accidental overdoses.
Australia's $100M Proton Therapy Failure Exposed
Revealing Australia's decade-long proton beam therapy failure that forces sick children overseas for treatment. Discover why $100M taxpayer funds were wasted and what's next.
Girl's femur snapped on giant 120m slip-and-slide
An 11-year-old Queensland girl suffered a horrific leg break on a 120-metre slip-and-slide. LifeFlight's rescue helicopter airlifted her to hospital in a dramatic Australia Day mission.
Geelong Hospital Ambulance Ramping Crisis Worsens
New Barwon Health data reveals worsening ambulance ramping at Geelong University Hospital, with patients waiting hours for emergency care. Urgent action needed to address this healthcare crisis.
7-Year-Old's Wonderful Cancer Recovery Story
Mayfield cancer survivor Kit Mills, 7, is thriving after beating leukaemia. His family shares their inspiring journey and how Ronald McDonald House supported them through treatment.
Power Outage Hits Joondalup Hospital Operations
Critical systems at Joondalup Health Campus were disrupted by a nearly three-hour power outage Tuesday night. Emergency protocols activated during the hospital power failure.
4000+ Aussie Foods Have Hidden Heart Risk Ingredient
Shocking new research reveals over 4000 Australian food products contain industrial trans fats, posing serious cardiovascular health risks to consumers.
Police Predict 50% Domestic Violence Summer Surge
WA Police are preparing for a 50% increase in domestic violence incidents this summer. Learn about the Operation Regional Shield initiative and support services available.
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.
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance in Children
Discover the truth about Pathological Demand Avoidance, a misunderstood neurotype where children struggle with everyday demands. Learn about symptoms and support strategies.
Vehicle ploughs into Perth shopping centre
A car has crashed into a Quinns Rock shopping centre, damaging the post office and fire hydrant. Emergency services responded to the incident on Quinns Road. Read the latest updates.
Teen in hospital after Geelong Aquatic Centre incident
A teenage boy remains hospitalised after a serious incident at Geelong Aquatic Centre. Emergency services responded to reports of a drowning at the popular swimming facility.
100 Domestic Violence Assaults Daily: Police Data Reveals
Shocking new figures reveal Australian police respond to nearly 100 family and domestic violence assaults daily. Learn about the crisis and what's being done.
Minister ignores deadly mould probe in cancer ward
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park ignores calls to investigate deadly mould in Calvary Mater's cancer ward, withheld by Honeywell for six months. Demand accountability now.
Tooth decay hospitalises 1300+ Hunter children yearly
Alarming rise in child tooth decay hospitalisations in Hunter New England. Free dental checks go unused as experts urge parents to act on preventable health crisis.
Wollongong's world-first MND treatment breakthrough
University of Wollongong scientists unveil world-first motor neurone disease treatment tool, fulfilling Professor Justin Yerbury's vision. This breakthrough could transform MND care globally.
Urgent pool fence check urged after child drownings report
A Royal Life Saving Australia report reveals 183 children under four have drowned in a decade. With summer approaching, parents are urged to check pool fences and maintain constant supervision.
WA flu warning for travellers amid late-season surge
West Australians heading north are urged to get a flu shot as an unusual late-season surge of influenza A H3N2 hits WA. Expert advice inside.
1800+ sign petition to end cancer care postcode lottery
Over 1800 people petition to end the 'postcode lottery' in Perth's cancer care, demanding subsidised radiation therapy for eastern suburbs and Hills patients facing gruelling travel.
Woman and child drown in Melbourne creek rescue attempt
A woman and child have drowned in Dandenong Creek after a rescue attempt turned tragic. Emergency services performed CPR but were unable to revive them.
Baskerville Rubbish Truck Crash Traps Driver
Emergency services rush to Weir Road in Baskerville after a rubbish truck rolls over, trapping 57-year-old driver Caleb Runciman. Rescue operation underway.
Man airlifted from K'gari after sand dune fall
A young man suffered potential spinal injuries after a terrifying fall on K'gari (Fraser Island). LifeFlight responded to the emergency. Discover the risks of this iconic location.
Woman fighting for life after Cairns pedestrian accident
A woman is fighting for life after being struck by a car in Cairns' northern suburbs. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Pease Street, Manunda.
Boy drowns in Kialla swimming pool tragedy
A young boy has tragically drowned in a swimming pool in Kialla, Victoria. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the child. Learn about water safety.
Charging e-scooter fire destroys Cloverdale home
Three people hospitalised after lithium-ion battery fire from charging e-scooter guts Cloverdale unit. Emergency services responded to Belmont Avenue blaze early Monday morning.
Perth's plant-based pill offers new period pain relief
A Perth-developed plant-based medication, Khapregesic, shows 136% pain reduction in a clinical trial, offering new hope for women with menstrual discomfort and PMS.
Coffee Lowers Heart Risk: Groundbreaking Aussie Research
Australian research reveals drinking coffee reduces atrial fibrillation risk by 25%. Discover how your daily brew protects your heart health. Learn more!
Cook's $4.7b Hospital Boost for WA Healthcare
WA Premier Roger Cook announces massive hospital construction program with $1.5b redirected from convention centre to healthcare facilities. Discover how this will transform healthcare.
Dog saves owner after internal decapitation in Cessnock
Stephen Bowskill survived internal decapitation after a tree accident on his isolated NSW property. His dog Callie alerted help, leading to a miraculous recovery with no permanent effects.
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