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One-size-fits-all approach failing to treat depression

One-size-fits-all approach failing to treat depression

A groundbreaking study reveals new clues about why standard antidepressants fail for many Australians, prompting the need for more personalised treatments.

Surgeons 'took bribes' for $2.8 million hospital sales

Surgeons 'took bribes' for $2.8 million hospital sales

Surgeons 'took bribes' for $2.8 million hospital sales

Surgeons 'took bribes' for $2.8 million hospital sales

Two surgeons were allegedly offered secret 20 per cent commissions from a company to choose its medical implants when performing surgery at public hospitals.

Gen-Z service rewrites approach to male mental health

Gen-Z service rewrites approach to male mental health

Gen-Z service rewrites approach to male mental health

Gen-Z service rewrites approach to male mental health

Lived experience of mental health challenges is being used as the primary tool to connect with boys and young men facing their own difficulties.

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Urgent recall for hand sanitiser given to resort guests

Urgent recall for hand sanitiser given to resort guests

A hand sanitiser gifted to hotel customers for over five years has been found to be contaminated with a toxic ingredient and has been urgently recalled.

Dad with Q fever should have had scans before death

Dad with Q fever should have had scans before death

A rural meat worker's risk of a disease spread by livestock should have been identified before his death from a blood clot on the lungs, a coroner has ruled.

Proposed weight drug price drop only for select few

Proposed weight drug price drop only for select few

A globally popular weight-loss drug is set for a massive price drop but a top expert is warning most people forking out thousands shouldn't get their hopes up.

Damaging winds warning as cold front brings heat relief

Damaging winds warning as cold front brings heat relief

A gusty southerly change is bringing the first relief to heatwave-affected areas, but communities are warned about the threat of damaging winds and lightning.

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Aussie spider venom spawns heart attack and stroke drug

Aussie spider venom spawns heart attack and stroke drug

Aussie spider venom spawns heart attack and stroke drug

Aussie spider venom spawns heart attack and stroke drug

Venom from a spider found on K'gari, formerly known as Fraser Island, has been used to develop a drug that prevents damage during heart attacks and strokes.

‘Pain never ends’: family’s hopes seven years on

‘Pain never ends’: family’s hopes seven years on

‘Pain never ends’: family’s hopes seven years on

‘Pain never ends’: family’s hopes seven years on

The family of a woman who died after being admitted to hospital for elective weight loss surgery hope her legacy will be to prevent similar deaths in future.

Bushfire menace mounts as thousands brace for disaster

Bushfire menace mounts as thousands brace for disaster

Bushfire menace mounts as thousands brace for disaster

Bushfire menace mounts as thousands brace for disaster

Residents are being urged to flee their homes ahead of a catastrophic fire day expected to bring "unsurvivable" conditions not seen in six years.

Extreme hot and cold driving inland health emergencies

Extreme hot and cold driving inland health emergencies

Extreme hot and cold driving inland health emergencies

Extreme hot and cold driving inland health emergencies

As Australia swelters through a heatwave, research suggests inland populations can expect hot days to become a bigger cause of health stress in the future.

Roads melt as temps soar but locals keep their cool

Roads melt as temps soar but locals keep their cool

Roads melt as temps soar but locals keep their cool

Roads melt as temps soar but locals keep their cool

Australia is in the grip of its most severe heatwave in six years, but in remote centres where the roads melt, extreme temperatures are just a part of life.

Disability worker accused of causing patient’s death

Disability worker accused of causing patient’s death

Disability worker accused of causing patient’s death

Disability worker accused of causing patient’s death

A disability worker has been charged over the death of a man in a house fire at an assisted living facility nearly five years ago.

Australians feel the heat as bushfire threat flares up

Australians feel the heat as bushfire threat flares up

Australians feel the heat as bushfire threat flares up

Australians feel the heat as bushfire threat flares up

Authorities are warning people to be on high alert as several states prepare for intense heatwave conditions not seen since the Black Summer bushfires.

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Early lung cancer checks reach 50,000 Australians

Figures have been released six months after a free lung cancer screening program was introduced, with 10 per cent of participants detected with the disease.

Behind the 'Bling', Matthews shows steely resolve

While Michael Matthews embraces his nickname, it only goes some way to explaining one of Australian cycling's biggest stars.

Assisted dying laws to be tabled in territory mid-year

Three decades after assisted dying laws were first passed in Australia, then overturned, a hold-out jurisdiction is preparing new legislation to allow it again.

Paramedics spat on, punched in festive abuse spike

Paramedics are breaking their silence after a festive season riddled with reports of verbal intimidation, sexual and physical assault by members of the public.

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Alert as three hospitalised with Legionnaires' disease

An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease linked to a busy CBD has prompted a warning for others to be alert for signs of the severe respiratory illness.

Festive foods for Fido a 'no no', pet owners warned

While most pet owners know to avoid giving their dogs chocolate, many other common festive treats also pose serious health risks to our furry friends.

Christmas miracle for family after stint in hospital

There’s no place like home for Christmas, and for some families that wish has been granted, with their children spending the festive season at home.

Big wet to follow swelter, says weatherman

The heatwave impacting Australia's southeast is set to continue across the weekend, but thunderstorms are also on the way.

'You never know': star cyclist might race Adelaide Tour

Having put a big health scare behind him, top Australian cyclist Michael Matthews is considering a last-minute call on racing at the Tour Down Under.

Native foods heroed in fight against chronic disease

Concerned about rates of chronic diseases, Indigenous communities and researchers have worked together to develop a lower sugar alternative to soft drink.

Huge fine after elderly woman injured in chair fault

An elderly woman's fall from a faulty reclining chair will cost a public aged care provider a six-figure fine following a WorkSafe investigation.

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