Geelong Man, 28, Diagnosed with Stage Four Bowel Cancer
Lachie Ower, a 28-year-old from Geelong, shares his devastating stage four bowel cancer diagnosis, urging others to get checked early for symptoms.
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Websites Deliver Nitrous Oxide to Geelong Youth in Under an Hour
Online platforms are rapidly delivering nitrous oxide, a dangerous substance, to young people in Geelong, raising serious health and safety concerns in the community.
Urgent Nang Warning Issued Amid Poisoning Surge
Barwon Health has issued an urgent warning about nang use after a surge in severe poisoning cases, including paralysis, in the Geelong region.
4-Year-Old Saves Mum by Calling Triple Zero
A quick-thinking four-year-old called emergency services when his mother collapsed at home. The story highlights multiple heroic acts recognized at NSW Ambulance awards.
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Perth's Aussie Ear Bank to Develop Genetic Hearing Loss Therapies
Perth will host Australia's first ear bank, aiming to develop genetic therapies for hereditary hearing loss in children and adults, with research starting in June.
Off-Duty Officer Saves Man from Drowning at Falls
A deputy superintendent from Hakea Prison rescued a man from drowning at Serpentine Falls in Western Australia while off-duty, highlighting a dramatic water safety incident.
Reservoir Assault Victim Joins Police Plea for Perpetrator
A 30-year-old woman, assaulted after a work Christmas party in Reservoir, Melbourne, has appealed for help alongside police to find the perpetrator.
Infant Found Dead at Home in Adelaide's Northern Suburbs
A nine-month-old baby boy was found unresponsive at a house in Elizabeth Downs, with paramedics unable to revive him. Police have launched an investigation into the death.
Dying Father Pleads for Cancer Drug Subsidy to Stay a Dad
A terminally ill father is fighting for a life-extending cancer drug to be subsidized, hoping to spend more precious time with his young children.
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Wonder Drug Saves Newcastle Woman from Stage-Four Cancer
Sue Rishman, a 70-year-old from Teralba, survived kidney cancer that spread to her lungs and heart thanks to the immunotherapy drug nivolumab, now on the PBS for multiple cancers.
Police Seek Missing 15-Year-Old Brinsmead Girl
Police are urgently seeking public assistance to locate a 15-year-old girl reported missing from Brinsmead on March 4, 2026, with concerns for her welfare.
Cairns Centre Secures Meds for 120 Far North Pharmacies
A new fulfilment centre in Cairns ensures reliable medication supply for 120 pharmacies across Far North Queensland, boosting local healthcare resilience.
Dentist's Tragic Downfall: Sydney Police Shooting After Attacks
Steven Lin, a best-selling author and social media influencer, was shot dead by police after randomly attacking two women in Potts Point. Investigators probe his recent drug use and legal troubles.
Fury Over Denied Cancer Treatment for Toddler Amid Delays
The Albanese Government is under fire for rejecting funding to send a seriously ill toddler overseas for life-saving proton beam therapy, as Australia lags in delivering the advanced cancer treatment.
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Medicare Change Threatens Vision for Macular Patients
Australians with macular degeneration fear losing sight or paying thousands under a Medicare reclassification that restricts eye injections to out-of-hospital settings.
Health Groups Push for 40% Medicare Boost for GP Visits
Twenty Australian health bodies unite to call for a 40% increase in Medicare rebates for longer GP consultations, arguing current short appointments hinder chronic disease management and early diagnosis.
Coroner Finds Missing Fairy Meadow Man Died, Cause Unknown
A coroner has officially declared a man from Fairy Meadow deceased after he went missing, but the cause of death remains unknown, leaving unanswered questions for his family.
Wollongong Hospital Pigeons and Mould Tied to Wet Weather
Wollongong Hospital faces a pigeon infestation and mould growth, with health officials linking these issues to recent wet weather conditions in the region.
Anglicare Launches New ACT Vaping Support Service
Anglicare's The Junction has launched a new vaping support service in the ACT, offering free counseling and resources to help individuals quit vaping and address related health concerns.
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Family's Love Shines Through Mother's Medical Trauma
A Central Coast family's unwavering love supports Annabelle Hudson during her hospitalisation with an undiagnosed condition, as her partner makes daily three-hour trips and their children await her return.
Community Supports Mum in Cancer Fight with GoFundMe Success
Jennifer Lemme, a 53-year-old mother and former teacher, receives immense community backing after a cervical cancer diagnosis, with a GoFundMe raising $16,000 to ease financial burdens during treatment.
Premier Pledges Transparency After Mould Deaths at Children's Hospital
NSW Premier Chris Minns offers condolences to families of two children who died with mould infections at Westmead Children's Hospital, promising full transparency amid a $10 billion hospital rebuild program.
Measles Alert in Sydney's West After Unknown Source Case
NSW Health warns of potential community transmission in Western Sydney after a confirmed measles case with no known source. Exposure sites include hospitals, and symptoms may appear up to 18 days later.
Wollongong IRT Facility Gets $45 Million Upgrade
The Illawarra's inaugural IRT aged care facility in Wollongong is undergoing a major $45 million renovation to enhance services and infrastructure for residents.
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Minister Admits Beds Claim Wrong as Ambulance Ramping Hits Record
Health Minister Meredith Hammat concedes her claim about 200 additional beds from a hospital purchase was incorrect, as WA faces a record ambulance ramping crisis and major hospital upgrades begin.
Tasmanian Student Sent Taxi in Medical Emergency
A 20-year-old Hobart university student suffered a seizure and was offered a taxi by Triple Zero dispatchers instead of an ambulance, sparking outrage over Tasmania's strained health system.
Man Dies After Medical Episode at Cheynes Beach on Labour Day
A man in his 40s has died at Cheynes Beach in the Great Southern region after suffering a medical episode while on the sand during the Labour Day public holiday.
Mould Found in Wyong Hospital Mental Health Unit
A concerning discovery of mould in the mental health unit at Wyong Hospital has prompted an immediate investigation and remediation efforts by health authorities.
Johnson's Talcum Powder Found in Adamstown to be Tested
An old bottle of Johnson's talcum powder discovered in an Adamstown cupboard will undergo asbestos testing as part of a class action linking the product to cancers.
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Man dies after being pulled from water at Kiama Downs
A 67-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive at Jones Beach in Kiama Downs, marking the second drowning incident on the South Coast in one day.
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