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Premier admits mistake over homelessness appointment

Premier admits mistake over homelessness appointment

Appointing a former director-general to undertake a review of Queensland's response to homelessness was "not a good look", an apologetic premier says.

Ambulance wait times not where we want to be: minister

Ambulance wait times not where we want to be: minister

Ambulance wait times not where we want to be: minister

Ambulance wait times not where we want to be: minister

Victoria's health minister admits more needs to be done as ambulance response times remain below target, while fewer people are waiting for elective surgery.

Hospital's 'fake patients' claim under investigation

Hospital's 'fake patients' claim under investigation

Hospital's 'fake patients' claim under investigation

Hospital's 'fake patients' claim under investigation

An investigator will look into allegations staff and family members posed as urgent care patients when a minister visited a hospital in regional Victoria.

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Rise in Queensland baby deaths sparks review

Rise in Queensland baby deaths sparks review

Queensland has recorded Australia's second-highest number of perinatal baby deaths, however, the reason for the increase remains unclear, sparking a review.

Hospital embroiled in alleged fake patients scandal

Hospital embroiled in alleged fake patients scandal

Victorian Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas insists her office played no part in an alleged fake patients scandal at a regional hospital's urgent care clinic.

High lead levels detected near Tas recycling plant

High lead levels detected near Tas recycling plant

There is no risk of harm to the community after elevated levels of lead dust were detected near a Tasmanian recycling plant as investigations continue.

More nurses, midwives pushed for vaccine mandates

More nurses, midwives pushed for vaccine mandates

A federal inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic has been told thousands of nurses were very pro-vaccine mandate as they saw it as a first-line of defence.

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Bulk billing bump welcomed but calls echo for reforms

Bulk billing bump welcomed but calls echo for reforms

Bulk billing bump welcomed but calls echo for reforms

Bulk billing bump welcomed but calls echo for reforms

An increase in bulk billing rates has been welcomed by patients and medical groups but those with chronic illnesses are warning more needs to be done.

Hospital waits balloon, GP visits down as costs bite

Hospital waits balloon, GP visits down as costs bite

Hospital waits balloon, GP visits down as costs bite

Hospital waits balloon, GP visits down as costs bite

People are putting off seeing their local doctors, waiting longer for ambulances and languishing in emergency departments, federal government figures reveal.

'Clock stoppers': mobile paramedics model under review

'Clock stoppers': mobile paramedics model under review

'Clock stoppers': mobile paramedics model under review

'Clock stoppers': mobile paramedics model under review

Ambulance Victoria is reviewing the operation of its elite crew of mobile paramedics, with concerns lives are being put at risk due to call-out system flaws.

Local mpox case prompts call to get vaccinated

Local mpox case prompts call to get vaccinated

Local mpox case prompts call to get vaccinated

Local mpox case prompts call to get vaccinated

A locally acquired case of mpox, previously known as monkeypox, has prompted a reminder for high-risk groups to monitor for symptoms and get vaccinated.

'Scariest experience': ex-vaping youth front new push

'Scariest experience': ex-vaping youth front new push

'Scariest experience': ex-vaping youth front new push

'Scariest experience': ex-vaping youth front new push

Two young people who dismissed their addictions to vapes and worsening health until they wound up in hospital are front and centre of a new youth-led campaign.

Purpose of govt must evolve as voters seek 'wellbeing'

Purpose of govt must evolve as voters seek 'wellbeing'

Purpose of govt must evolve as voters seek 'wellbeing'

Purpose of govt must evolve as voters seek 'wellbeing'

Australians want governments to make individual and community 'wellbeing' the top priority for a decent, sustainable standard of living, polling shows.

Three hospitalised after taking MDMA spiked with opioid

Three hospitalised after taking MDMA spiked with opioid

Three hospitalised after taking MDMA spiked with opioid

Three hospitalised after taking MDMA spiked with opioid

Three people presented to NSW hospitals over the weekend after taking tablets sold as MDMA that contained a potent opioid.

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Sloppy sun safety putting young people on slippery path

One in three young Australians believe tanning is a healthy practice, with a public information campaign being rolled out to improve sun-safety behaviours.

Expert panel to guide NSW health inquiry

An expert panel will guide NSW’s special commission on health funding with workplace procurement and pressures earmarked as central issues of concern.

Jump into virtual exercises can reduce pain and falls

By turning exercise into a virtual game, people can transform gruelling or onerous activity into something fun while improving mobility and easing chronic pain.

Aussies urged to 'call your nan' as heatwaves intensify

As heatwaves intensify over summer, Australians are being urged to check in with family and friends to avoid the worst impacts of the potentially deadly heat.

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Waning general practice interest given a $40k booster

A $40,000 grant is being offered to encourage medical students to pursue a career in general practice as numbers wane as graduates choose more lucrative paths.

First responders access to 'crucial' dementia training

A new program aims to equip first responders with the tools to handle the unique challenges of appropriately treating people with dementia during emergencies.

King Charles doing well in hospital after prostate op

King Charles is recovering well after undergoing treatment on an enlarged prostate, royal sources have confirmed.

King Charles arrives at hospital for prostate surgery

King Charles has gone into hospital in London to have surgery on an enlarged prostate.

Australians of the Year aim to cure 'incurable' cancer

Melanoma researchers Richard Scolyer and Georgina Long have set their sights on an "incurable" cancer, giving a call to arms after winning awards.

Asbestos fragments found in Sydney council park mulch

The spread of asbestos-tainted mulch across Sydney appears to have expanded after an audit of park projects in the city's west.

Vaccination expert among honoured health professionals

Professionals from the health and medical fields feature in the Australia Day 2024 Honours List, which includes a globally-renowned vaccination expert.

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