Minghao Zheng Receives Australia Day Honour for Orthopaedic Work
Orthopaedic innovator Minghao Zheng has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2026 Australia Day Honours for his groundbreaking medical inventions.
Category : Health
Five-Year-Old's Battle with Rare Childhood Dementia
Charlotte Jameson, a sweet five-year-old from the Gold Coast, was diagnosed with Batten Disease CLN2, a fatal form of childhood dementia. Her family shares their journey to raise awareness about this devastating condition.
NHMRC Chief Defends Research Funding Allocation
National Health and Medical Research Council head Stephen Dawson has publicly defended the organisation's funding distribution approach against claims of bias in research grant allocations.
WA Researchers Accuse Canberra of Eastern States Bias
Western Australian medical research leaders and universities express alarm over a catastrophic 3.8% grant success rate from the NHMRC, citing systemic bias and risking a brain drain of scientific talent.
Maggots Fall on Patients in Mater Hospital Crisis
A Code Yellow emergency was declared at Waratah's Calvary Mater Hospital after maggots fell from ceiling vents onto patients, highlighting a year-long maintenance crisis involving mould, leaks, and water safety concerns.
Breakthrough Research for Chronic Fatigue in WA
Groundbreaking new research has identified potential treatments that could significantly improve the lives of West Australians battling chronic fatigue syndrome.
Why Telling Obese Kids to Eat Less Is Wrong
New research from Australian universities challenges conventional wisdom, showing physical activity, not food restriction, is key to preventing childhood obesity.
John Hunter Hospital's Overwhelmed Specialist Clinics
John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle provided a third of NSW's outpatient appointments last year, but faces massive waitlists and needs urgent government funding for expansion.
Prisoner Death at Acacia Prison Not Suspicious
A prisoner has died at Acacia Prison in Wooroloo, with authorities confirming the incident is not being treated as suspicious, raising questions about inmate welfare.
Measles Exposure at Fiona Stanley Hospital ED in WA
WA Health warns of measles exposure at Fiona Stanley Hospital emergency department after a confirmed case in a returned traveller from Bali. Multiple exposure sites listed.
Cairns Hospital Adds 560+ Surgeries in 2025-26
Cairns Hospital is set to perform an additional 560 surgeries in the 2025-26 financial year, boosting local healthcare capacity and reducing wait times for patients in the region.
Penis Size Linked to Attractiveness, Fighting Skills: Study
New Australian research suggests larger penis size may signal higher attractiveness and better fighting abilities in evolutionary contexts, sparking scientific debate.
Boy Injured in Horsley Bicycle Accident
A 12-year-old boy was discovered alone and injured on Morson Avenue in Horsley, requiring emergency medical treatment from road retrieval teams and a rescue helicopter.
Hiker Treated for Hypothermia After Darkes Forest Rescue
A man in his 50s was airlifted to safety from Dharawal National Park after becoming lost and suffering mild hypothermia. Emergency services conducted a complex overnight rescue operation.
E-Bike Injuries More Severe, Wollongong Surgeon Says
A Wollongong orthopaedic surgeon reports e-bike crashes cause more complex injuries requiring surgery compared to regular bikes, with calls for regulation and safety measures.
Water Safety Warning and Triple Fatal Shooting in NSW
Victoria Police issue a water safety alert for the Australia Day long weekend amid rising incidents, while a major manhunt is underway in central NSW after three people were shot dead.
Rural Hospital Idle as Ambulance Ramping Crisis Worsens
A rural hospital in South Australia remains unused while the state grapples with a severe ambulance ramping crisis, raising concerns about healthcare resource allocation and patient access.
First Measles Case in WA for 2026 Sparks Perth Alert
Western Australia records its initial measles infection for 2026, linked to a returned traveller from Bali, prompting health alerts across multiple Perth exposure sites.
Tobacco Black Market Booms in Health Minister's Backyard
The tobacco black market is thriving in the Health Minister's own electorate, with critics labelling the situation as embarrassing and a failure of policy enforcement.
Recall Alert: Two Alula Baby Formulas
Sanulac Nutritionals Australia has urgently recalled two Alula infant formula products due to potential contamination with cereulide toxin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Ross River Virus Found in Geelong Mosquitoes: Urgent Alert
Health authorities have issued an urgent warning after Ross River virus was detected in mosquitoes in Geelong, urging residents to take precautions against bites.
Canberra Doctors on Patient Care Challenges
Two Canberra Hospital doctors discuss their experiences with diverse patients, long shifts, and emotional cases, highlighting the dedication of medical staff in the capital's healthcare system.
Canberra Hospital Heroes Deserve Our Thanks
After a year of treatment for a major knee injury, a Canberra reporter shares his uplifting experiences with the dedicated medical staff at Canberra Hospital, highlighting their resilience and compassion.
Urgent Care Clinic Imaging Gap Sends Patient to Hospital
A Dapto man's experience reveals Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in Illawarra face imaging service limitations, undermining their goal to reduce emergency department pressure.
Minister Hides from Hospital Maggot and Mould Mess
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park avoids addressing serious maintenance failures at Calvary Mater Hospital, where maggots and mould have forced ward closures, sparking calls to end the private partnership.
Australian Scientists Prove Reverse Ageing is Possible
Australian researchers have demonstrated that reverse ageing is achievable through lifestyle interventions. A study shows participants can rewind their biological clock and slow ageing significantly.
Sugar and Fat Could Worsen Lung Disease, Newcastle Study Finds
University of Newcastle researchers secure $1.5 million to investigate how metabolic factors like blood sugar and body fat exacerbate asthma and COPD, aiming to develop new treatments.
Australia Leads Global Menopause-Heart Disease Study
Australian researchers will lead a $15 million international study exploring the critical link between menopause and heart disease, aiming to reshape global prevention guidelines for women's cardiovascular health.
SA GP Charged in Steroid Import Operation After Raid
A 61-year-old South Australian man has been charged after authorities uncovered an alleged steroid importation operation linked to a suburban GP clinic in Woodville. Australian Border Force investigators intercepted multiple packages and raided the premis
Sydney Measles Cases Rise to 11, Urgent Alert
Health authorities in Sydney have issued an urgent measles warning as cases climb to 11. Two new infections include a locally acquired case, prompting alerts for multiple popular locations across the city.
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