Canberra doctors are divided over the territory's new voluntary assisted dying legislation, with some medical professionals raising significant ethical concerns about patient safety and palliative care alternatives.
Calvary Health Care has been slapped with a $120,000 penalty after a tribunal found serious failures in their handling of a woman's pregnancy complication, raising concerns about maternity care standards in the ACT.
Major medical bodies warn that proposed Medicare changes could force bulk-billing clinics to close and reduce appointment times, putting quality healthcare at risk across Australia.
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Australian doctors receive revolutionary new national guidelines for concussion management, moving beyond traditional 'rest and wait' approaches to active recovery strategies.
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Canberra residents now have access to voluntary assisted dying, marking a historic shift in end-of-life care options in the ACT. Learn about the eligibility criteria and safeguards.
The Australian Capital Territory has made history as voluntary assisted dying becomes legally accessible. Discover how the landmark legislation works, eligibility criteria, and safeguards.
In a landmark move, Uniting NSW.ACT becomes the first major aged care provider in the region to formally support voluntary assisted dying, ensuring residents can access end-of-life choices without fear of eviction.
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The heartbreaking story of Nathan Lawrence, a Newcastle father who lost his battle with bowel cancer at just 37, leaving behind a powerful message about early detection and family love.
A prominent Perth doctor is advocating for GPs to take centre stage in diagnosing autism, claiming the current system leaves families waiting up to four years for answers while children miss crucial developmental windows.
Newcastle's Lord Mayor Ross Kerridge reveals his recent prostate cancer diagnosis, sharing his emotional journey and urging men to prioritise regular health checks in this exclusive interview.
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Garry Kingston meets the St John WA heroes who saved his life after a sudden cardiac arrest in a heartwarming Perth reunion story.
A revolutionary $50 million dementia village is coming to Curtin, offering home-like care and independence for ACT residents. Discover how this groundbreaking facility will change aged care in Canberra.
Major aged care reforms are transforming how older Australians receive support at home. Discover what's changing and how it affects care packages, funding and eligibility.
A healthcare revolution hits Western Australia as more than 120 medical practices transition to full bulk billing from November 1, delivering significant cost-of-living relief for patients across the state.
Western Australia faces a devastating paediatrician shortage as waiting lists explode to 12,000 children, with some families waiting over four years for essential medical care.
New data exposes alarming chronic lung disease rates in City of Swan, Rockingham and Mandurah, with smoking and ageing population driving worrying health trend across Western Australia.
Australia's aged care system undergoes its most significant funding transformation in decades starting Saturday, with new AN-ACC model replacing ACFI to deliver fairer, more sustainable care for elderly Australians.
A Baldivis woman charged with murdering her infant child has had her court appearance postponed as police continue their investigation into the tragic death discovered in a Perth southern suburbs home.
A Sydney medical practice is making waves by committing to bulk bill every single patient, offering hope amid Australia's growing healthcare affordability crisis.
Garry Kingston's miraculous survival story unfolds as he meets the St John WA ambulance crew who brought him back from clinical death after a sudden cardiac arrest.
A 28-year-old Baldivis woman has been charged with murder following the devastating death of her infant child, sending shockwaves through the local community as WA Police continue their investigation.
Little Phoebe's courageous fight against biliary atresia has touched hearts across Geelong as her family races against time to find a life-saving liver donor.
Australia's Medicare system is undergoing its most significant bulk billing reform in decades. Discover how the new changes will impact out-of-pocket costs and GP access across the country.
WA police launch major investigation after infant's unexplained death in Perth's southern suburbs, with forensic teams scouring family property.
Australian fitness brand Muscle Nation issues urgent recall for popular protein bars due to undeclared milk allergen. Consumers warned not to eat affected products.
After battling a devastating neurological disease, Nigel Jenkins made the courageous choice to access voluntary assisted dying, finding comfort in controlling his final moments.