Emeritus Professor Bruce Armstrong, a leading cancer epidemiologist from Western Australia, has been appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia for his lifetime of research and contributions to cancer prevention and screening programs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Groundbreaking new research has identified potential treatments that could significantly improve the lives of West Australians battling chronic fatigue syndrome.
New research from Australian universities challenges conventional wisdom, showing physical activity, not food restriction, is key to preventing childhood obesity.
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.
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.
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 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.
New Australian research suggests larger penis size may signal higher attractiveness and better fighting abilities in evolutionary contexts, sparking scientific debate.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Western Australia records its initial measles infection for 2026, linked to a returned traveller from Bali, prompting health alerts across multiple Perth exposure sites.
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.
Sanulac Nutritionals Australia has urgently recalled two Alula infant formula products due to potential contamination with cereulide toxin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Health authorities have issued an urgent warning after Ross River virus was detected in mosquitoes in Geelong, urging residents to take precautions against bites.
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.
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.
A Dapto man's experience reveals Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in Illawarra face imaging service limitations, undermining their goal to reduce emergency department pressure.
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 researchers have demonstrated that reverse ageing is achievable through lifestyle interventions. A study shows participants can rewind their biological clock and slow ageing significantly.
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.
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.
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