Calvary Mater Hospital to Face NSW Parliamentary Inquiry
A NSW parliamentary inquiry will investigate management and maintenance failures at Calvary Mater Hospital following scandals involving mould, maggots, and ward closures.
Category : Health
Missing Girl's Mother in Palliative Care Amid Family Struggle
Vannida, mother of missing Melbourne schoolgirl Bung Siriboon, is in palliative care after cancer diagnosis, adding to family's financial and emotional burden.
Townsville Hospital Elective Surgeries Delayed Amid Record Patient Load
Townsville University Hospital is managing emergency care but facing significant delays in elective surgeries due to unprecedented patient numbers, impacting local healthcare services.
Swim for Breast Cancer Research After Personal Battle
Jenny Williams, 73, shares her journey through breast cancer and her mission to swim 12km this February to raise funds for Breast Cancer Trials research.
Geelong Hospitals Gear Up for 2026 Baby Boom
Barwon Health and St John of God Hospital in Geelong are anticipating a significant increase in newborns by 2026, with local healthcare services planning expansions to meet the rising demand.
Shellharbour Business Navigates End-of-Life Care Funding Roadblocks
A Shellharbour palliative care provider highlights challenges accessing the new $25,000 End-of-Life Pathway funding, designed to help Australians die at home with dignity and support.
Mater Hospital Mould Crisis: Staff See Hope After Nine Years
After nearly a decade of frustration, Calvary Mater Newcastle staff believe action is imminent to address systemic mould and maintenance issues, following political pressure and ministerial intervention.
SA Premier Shocked by Hospital Corridor Death Footage
South Australia's premier has described footage of a grandmother left to die in a Royal Adelaide Hospital corridor as shocking, amid mounting pressure for an independent investigation into the tragic incident.
Measles Alert for Geelong and Surf Coast Areas
Health authorities have issued a measles alert for multiple exposure sites across Geelong and the Surf Coast, including Norlane, Lorne, Wye River, and Apollo Bay, urging vigilance.
Four New Meningococcal Type B Cases in WA
Western Australian health authorities have confirmed four separate cases of meningococcal type B disease reported in December and January, with no links between them.
Missing Elderly Man Alert in Wollongong
Police are searching for Hilton Randles, 75, who was last seen barefoot in Sydney's inner west and may be in the Wollongong area. Concerns are high due to medical conditions.
Geelong's January 2026 Newborns at Barwon Health and St John of God
Barwon Health and St John of God Hospital in Geelong have reported the arrival of numerous newborns in January 2026, highlighting community growth and healthcare services.
Man Stabbed in Thornlie Over Household Chores Dispute
A Perth man suffered multiple stab wounds after an argument about household chores escalated into violence. The 47-year-old victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries while his partner faces serious charges.
Ozempic Warning: Nutritional Deficiencies Risk
Australian experts warn weight loss medications like Ozempic may cause serious nutritional deficiencies, increasing risks of heart issues, chronic diseases, and cancers due to inadequate diet monitoring.
Butler: Mosman Park Tragedy 'Unspeakable'
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler has described a suspected double murder-suicide in Mosman Park as an unspeakable tragedy, highlighting the profound impact on the community.
Run for Rui Smashes Target for NAIT Research
A Newcastle family has turned personal tragedy into hope, raising over $64,000 for research into neonatal alloimmune thrombocytopenia (NAIT) through a charity run.
Picton GP Dies in Motorcycle Crash, Community Mourns
The Picton community is grieving after beloved local doctor Dr Jonathan Grimshaw, 50, died in a motorcycle crash near Camden. Tributes flow for the father of six.
Grandmother Dies Alone in Hospital Corridor
The family of Helen Sargent is seeking justice after the 64-year-old died unattended in a Royal Adelaide Hospital corridor, with CCTV revealing critical failures in care.
Former Pastor Shares Dementia Care Journey and Love Story
Graham Fairbairn, a former pastor from Gerringong, opens up about caring for his wife Robyn through Alzheimer's Disease, highlighting the unpredictability of dementia and the vital role of community support networks.
ACT Stops Adult ADHD Assessments as Demand Surges
The ACT government has ceased accepting adult ADHD assessment referrals, citing overwhelming demand and long waitlists for public mental health services. A pilot program for GP-led assessments offers an alternative.
Calls Grow to Fund Northside Aboriginal Health Service
A Ngunnawal-led health clinic in Canberra's north is struggling without direct government funding, with its chair saying Aboriginal people are missing vital care and facing preventable deaths.
Antivenom Program Crisis: Hunter Locals Urged to Help
The Australian Reptile Park faces historically low funnel-web spider numbers, threatening the national antivenom supply. Hunter residents are called to donate spiders during ideal breeding conditions.
Minister Vows Swift Action on Mater Hospital Mould
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park pledges to start mould remediation at Calvary Mater Newcastle within weeks, as ICU closures and staff concerns escalate.
Liberals Call for Inquiry Into Mater Hospital Mould Debacle
The NSW Coalition is pushing for a parliamentary inquiry into the Calvary Mater Newcastle mould crisis, after ICU closures and patient transfers.
Townsville Man's Two-Year Prognosis Inspires Fundraiser
A Townsville man diagnosed with a terminal illness and given just two years to live has inspired a huge community fundraising effort to support his family and raise awareness.
Ex-Telethon Star Marks 10 Years Since Neuroblastoma Diagnosis
Former Telethon star Nora celebrates a significant milestone - 10 years since her neuroblastoma diagnosis - as she embarks on her first day of school, highlighting her journey of resilience.
Mould Crisis Shuts ICU at Newcastle Hospital
A major Hunter hospital has closed its intensive care unit and wards due to dangerous mould, with patients relocated. Staff report systemic failures and health risks.
Doctors Warn Against Viral Medical Misinformation Online
Australia's top medical professionals issue urgent warning about dangerous health misinformation spreading on social media, including anti-vaccination content and AI-generated fake advice.
NSW Government Acts on Mater Hospital Mould Crisis
The Minns government has taken direct action to address the mould crisis at Calvary Mater Newcastle, criticising private partner Novacare for slow progress on remediation works.
NDIS Failures Probed After Mosman Park Family Tragedy
Questions are being raised about NDIS system failures following the tragic deaths of the Clune family in Mosman Park. Tributes flow for Leon and Otis Clune as community demands accountability.
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