Tishiko King’s journey of responsibility towards her environment began during childhood, as she shared special moments with her grandfather watching sunsets over the ocean at Masig Island, a small community …
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Over a quarter of a billion dollars in Medicare refunds is currently unclaimed in Australia, with eligible individuals encouraged to retrieve their owed amounts. Services Australia estimates that over $260 …
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A recent survey conducted by Melbourne’s Royal Children’s Hospital has highlighted a concerning trend in flu vaccination rates among children, attributing the low uptake mainly to misinformation and needle phobia. …
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Researchers at Monash Health have achieved a significant milestone in lupus treatment, leveraging a technique initially designed for leukemia. This innovative approach, known as CAR T-cell therapy, is still in …
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‘“We made it worse”: NSW Health Minister Issues Apology After Survey Sent to Deceased Patient’
by adminThe New South Wales Health Minister has expressed his apologies after a disturbing error occurred involving a deceased patient. Colin’s father passed away on May 3 at Wyong Hospital after …
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A dengue fever outbreak has been officially declared in the Cook Islands, a popular destination for Australian tourists. The Ministry of Health reported that there have been seven confirmed cases …
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Snoozing Could Cost You Precious Sleep Hours Each Month: Here’s How to Break the Habit
by adminMany people find themselves reaching for the snooze button after their alarm goes off, believing a few extra minutes of sleep is harmless. However, the effectiveness of this habit is …
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No Penalties Imposed in Six Months Following Australia’s Strictest Anti-Nangs Legislation
by adminDespite a promise from the state government six months ago to strictly enforce the ban on the illegal sale of nitrous oxide gas (commonly referred to as “nangs”), there have …
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Up to 1000 GPs in NSW to Enhance Skills for Treating ADHD in a ‘Transformational’ Initiative
by adminRecent reforms in New South Wales (NSW) aim to streamline the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by enhancing the training of General Practitioners (GPs) and expanding their authority …
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Prominent Private Health Provider Healthscope Enters Receivership, 37 Hospitals Now on the Market
by adminHealthscope, a prominent private healthcare provider in Australia, has entered receivership while seeking to divest all its hospitals. Despite this situation, the company assures that patients, staff, and operations will …