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Police investigation into endometriosis surgeon dropped

Police investigation into endometriosis surgeon dropped

The case against former endometriosis surgeon Simon Gordon accused of performing unnecessary operations on patients has been dropped.

Odd couple leads 21‑day push to get Australia moving

Odd couple leads 21‑day push to get Australia moving

Odd couple leads 21‑day push to get Australia moving

Odd couple leads 21‑day push to get Australia moving

An elderly tradie and his 11‑year‑old mate are the unlikely faces of a free challenge aiming to get Australians off the couch and keep them out of hospital.

'Eye-watering': minister stares down health funds plea

'Eye-watering': minister stares down health funds plea

'Eye-watering': minister stares down health funds plea

'Eye-watering': minister stares down health funds plea

Lobbying from state leaders has failed to unlock more money from the federal government to address the growing problem of aged care bed block .

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How a blood donor saved a happy couple's wedding day

How a blood donor saved a happy couple's wedding day

A lovely couple thought they should call off their wedding after a shock cancer diagnosis, but a much-needed blood transfusion saved their special day.

Child's death after petting zoo trip sparks warning

Child's death after petting zoo trip sparks warning

A family has spoken of their "living nightmare" after their little girl died from a rare infection commonly found in farm animals.

Calls grow to extend pill testing beyond festivals

Calls grow to extend pill testing beyond festivals

One state will continue drug testing at festivals despite political opposition, after a year-long trial found the service provided unique value.

More patients stranded as bed-block crisis worsens

More patients stranded as bed-block crisis worsens

A state health minister says the Commonwealth is attempting to shift its responsibility for aged care, with ballooning numbers of patients stranded in hospital.

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Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.

Ex-surgeon referred to tribunal for alleged misconduct

Ex-surgeon referred to tribunal for alleged misconduct

Ex-surgeon referred to tribunal for alleged misconduct

Ex-surgeon referred to tribunal for alleged misconduct

Hundreds of patients have contacted lawyers about the treatment they received from a former gynaecologist, who is accused of performing unnecessary surgeries.

Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded

Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded

Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded

Subsidised access to cancer-fighting drug expanded

The federal government has expanded the range of cancers a drug will be subsidised to treat as part of its discounted medicines scheme.

Major psychological risk for scientists facing bird flu

Major psychological risk for scientists facing bird flu

Major psychological risk for scientists facing bird flu

Major psychological risk for scientists facing bird flu

Researchers will leave an Australian island in the first major move to safeguard the psychological wellbeing of scientists as bird flu is expected to hit.

Likely bird flu infection in fox sparks scavenger fears

Likely bird flu infection in fox sparks scavenger fears

Likely bird flu infection in fox sparks scavenger fears

Likely bird flu infection in fox sparks scavenger fears

The suspected bird flu infection of a fox in a capital city has sparked concern for scavenger species, including the endangered Tasmanian devil.

Short-stay units unveiled to alleviate emergency crisis

Short-stay units unveiled to alleviate emergency crisis

Short-stay units unveiled to alleviate emergency crisis

Short-stay units unveiled to alleviate emergency crisis

Sick and injured people forced to wait hours in emergency departments could be assisted by a state government plan to bolster available facilities.

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Australian researchers believe they are on the cusp on a world-leading breakthrough that could reverse genetic heart disease.

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'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

More than half of Australian women with endometriosis are experiencing a mental health problem, with new research revealing the hidden toll of the condition.

'Despondent': neurological patients face treatment maze

A nationwide survey has found the health system is failing Australians with neurological conditions, with almost a third waiting four years for a diagnosis.

Fighting frailty: push for strength training for oldies

Motivated by personal experience, a health advocate has launched National Strength Day urging greater focus on strength in health care.

Defibs still safe despite reported shutdowns, TGA says

Health authorities have defended the continued use of defibrillators in ambulances after a regulator stepped in to put a halt on sales of the devices.

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'We die': disabled voices warn against NDIS cuts

A major overhaul of Australia's national disability program has secured bipartisan support but advocates have warned the changes could have deadly consequences.

Be heart smart to get a head start in the marathon

As runners prepare for the Sydney marathon, one cardiac specialist says while it's never too late to start endurance training, don't attempt a last-minute race.

Fears for Australian sea lions as bird flu cases grow

Experts are warning Australia's sea lion population could face major losses after a pup's death as cases continue to mount from a national bird flu outbreak.

'Grim news': Penguin alert as bird flu outbreak worsens

The escalating bird flu crisis could wipe out almost half of a penguin colony in Victoria, as authorities scramble to limit the outbreak's impact on wildlife.

Fresh hope as treatment cost slashed for rare cancer

Patients suffering a rare form of brain cancer will be able to access a new, targeted treatment at low cost for the first time in two decades.

Nation-first fully-integrated bionic arm to hit shelves

A university startup has developed Australia's first fully-integrated bionic arm, giving hope to users who have given up on heavy, painful prosthetics.

'Starting to take off': bird flu mass mortality likely

An environmental group says bird flu is starting to spread quickly in Australia and more funding is needed to boost wildlife resilience.

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