Health Drug against COVID: US moves to make antiviral more accessible The U.S. is moving to make Paxlovid more accessible. The White House said sites where the antiviral drug is available to COVID patients have nearly doubled. Read More Fox News 2 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Monkeypox in Europe: Where it is and how authorities are reacting EU officials aren’t sounding alarms about widespread epidemics, but they are urging countries to check vaccine supplies, and in some cases, offering them as a precaution. Read More CBS News 4 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health ‘It was an eye-opener’: Sports clubs urged to get defibrillators after 23yo’s cardiac arrest Tobi McInnes remains in a stable condition in the Launceston General Hospital.(Facebook: Burnie Dockers)null Read More ABC News 8 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health ‘It was an eye-opener’: Sports clubs urged to get defibrillators after 23yo’s heart attack Tobi McInnes remains in a stable condition in the Launceston General Hospital.(Facebook: Burnie Dockers)null Read More ABC News 13 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Second federal baby formula shipment arrives in U.S. Another massive shipment of hypoallergenic baby formula arrived in the U.S. and could be shipped as early as this weekend to retailers, hospitals and families in need. The Food and Drug Administration appointed an independent investigator to look into delays that led to the shortage of formula. Read More CBS News 17 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Degrading racism continues against Chinese-Australians Cassandra Au says she regularly experiences racism in Australia. (Supplied)null Read More ABC News 18 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health ‘Lives are at risk’: Community leaders warn the stakes are high as new government decides on welfare controls Miriwoong elder Ted Carlton is one of thousands made to access welfare payments via the card.(ABC News: Erin Parke)null Read More ABC News 18 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Flu and COVID threaten a double-whammy winter with pleas for Queenslanders to wear masks again Acting Chief Health Officer Peter Aitken is concerned for healthcare workers who have been under strain for years.(ABC News: Mark Leonardi)null Read More ABC News 18 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health How a reaction to yoghurt led this family on a quest to tick off every item on their bucket list Five-year-old Kyran Dunlop was expected to die at the age of two after being diagnosed with a fatal genetic disorder.(Supplied: Carissa Dunlop)null Read More ABC News 18 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Trauma surgeon recounts operating on victims of school shooting “Sadly, we were prepared for and thought we would get more patients than we did,” Dr. Lillian Liao told CBS News. Read More CBS News 20 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Bahamas Sandals deaths: what to know about carbon monoxide poisoning, a quiet killer Three American tourists died from carbon monoxide poisoning at the Sandals resort in the Bahamas. Read More Fox News 21 hours agoMay 26, 2022
Health Monkeypox in Europe: Where it is and how authorities are reacting EU officials aren’t sounding alarms about widespread epidemics, but they are urging countries to check vaccine supplies, and in some cases, offering them as a precaution. Read More CBS News 1 day agoMay 26, 2022
Health Monkeypox virus case ‘highly likely’ found in Finland The monkeypox virus has “likely” been identified in Finland, according to officials at the Helsinki hospital district. Outbreaks in Europe and the U.S. have impacted primarily gay and bisexual men. Read More Fox News 1 day agoMay 25, 2022
Health Pfizer to provide products at not-for-profit prices in some of world’s poorest countries Rwanda, Ghana, Malawi, Senegal and Uganda are the first five countries to commit to join Pfizer’s program.(Reuters: Dado Ruvic)null Read More ABC News 1 day agoMay 25, 2022
Health WA Premier can’t rule out mobile phone snooping as part of beefed up police search powers Mark McGowan says a plan to give police enhanced search powers will not be used to randomly stop people on the street.null Read More ABC News 1 day agoMay 25, 2022
Health Suppressed by two years of lockdowns, influenza is back with a vengeance in Australia There are fears of a massive increase in flu cases in Australia.null Read More ABC News 1 day agoMay 25, 2022
Health ‘Guaranteed to piss 50 per cent of the people off’: SA’s top cop looks back on SA’s pandemic response Grant Stevens has reflected on his time as the state’s emergency coordinator.(ABC News: Che Chorley)null Read More ABC News 1 day agoMay 25, 2022
Health More people able to get fourth dose of COVID-19 vaccine for boosted winter protection People eligible for the fourth dose will be able to start getting it by next week.(Reuters: Dado Ruvic)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health Gut health gimmicks: What not to waste money on and what actually works A Gold Coast doctor says more young people are presenting with abdomen pain and issues.(Flickr: nimzing gwamzhi)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health ‘Deaths are not dropping off’: COVID re-think calls as Queensland records 1,000 deaths Lea King’s husband Colin died just before the pair could celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.(ABC News: Emma Pollard)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health Spike in NT’s flu cases as Chief Minister considers expanding eligibility for free vaccines The NT has recorded 776 cases of the flu so far this year.(Supplied: Adobe Stock)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health What rights do you have when you injure yourself at work — mentally, not physically? Lawyer Zagi Kozarov suffered a psychiatric injury at work after viewing child exploitation material.(Supplied)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health Melanoma can be prevented with regular skin checks and the ‘ABCDE’ rule: American Academy of Dermatology More than 90% of melanoma skin cancer cases are from skin damage due to ultraviolent radiation as the American Academy of Dermatology recommends regular skin self examinations. Read More Fox News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health With monkeypox cases spreading around the world, how worried should we be? ‘Monkeypox on a different scale to COVID-19’ says infectious diseases expertnull Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health First ‘likely’ case of monkeypox found in California Public health officials in Sacramento, California, are investigating a likely case of the monkeypox virus in a traveler from Europe, where the virus has been found. Read More Fox News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health US birth rates rise for the first time in seven years The birth rate in the U.S. rose by 1% in 2021 compared to 2020, according to CDC data. The birth rate among older women increased, while teen births fell. Read More Fox News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health Gay, bisexual men at increased risk for monkeypox virus: CDC While the virus is not a sexually transmitted infection, it can be transmitted in both personal and sexual contact. Read More Fox News 2 days agoMay 25, 2022
Health Doctors baffled by severe hepatitis in kids as CDC confirms 180 cases A South Dakota toddler is one of at least 180 kids infected with severe hepatitis across 36 U.S. states and territories since October, according to the CDC. Read More CBS News 2 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S. Read More CBS News 2 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Flu cases are spiking. How do I know if I have flu or COVID? Ian Mackay says not being vaccinated is one of the biggest risks when it comes to the flu.(Pixabay)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Mark McGowan dreams up uses for redundant $200m quarantine facility being built near Perth Mark McGowan is trying to think of uses for the redundant COVID quarantine facility being built at Bullsbrook(Supplied: Australian Government)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health School worker wins compensation over throat injury caused by hand sanitiser Hand sanitiser and a QR code outside a cafe in Hobart’s CBD.(ABC News: Kate Higgins)null Read More ABC News 2 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health SA lifts state of emergency, as politicians take over powers to impose COVID-19 rules Masks had been compulsory at South Australian high schools.(Supplied: Andrea Whitrow)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health SA Health reports 14 new COVID-linked deaths, including a man in his 30s Case and testing numbers were both up today compared with the weekend.(ABC News: Michael Clements)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health WA eyes pathway for overseas nurses to bolster COVID-depleted health workforce WA’s recruitment of foreign nurses and health staff suffered while its border was closed.(Reuters: Giorgos Moutafis)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Liberals concede defeat in Boothby, SA Liberal Party director resigns Rachel Swift has congratulated the Labor Party for its win. (Facebook: Dr Rachel Swift)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Victorian Liberal MP who posted anti-abortion comments expelled from party Bernie Finn told supporters and reporters he “is not going anywhere” despite his expulsion from the party.(ABC News: Bridget Rollason )null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health People are losing weight for the health benefits, not for physical appearance: Mayo Clinic survey Motivations for losing weight are not as superficial as you might think, 83% of 200,000 survey participants cite “health” over “appearance” as the primary motivator. Read More Fox News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Epidemiologist backs McGowan’s plan to ride WA COVID wave into flu season without restrictions WA’s daily COVID-19 tally broke through the 17,000-mark last week.null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Dolphins use coral reef to treat skin conditions, study suggests While the medicinal affects of coral on humans are being studied researchers observing the dolphins believe it could be used to help fight cancer, arthritis, bacterial infections, viruses, and other diseases. Read More Fox News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Pfizer says three-dose COVID vaccine effective in young kids Pfizer said its three-dose COVID vaccine for kids younger than 5 is 80% effective against illness from the Omicron variant. Read More CBS News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Is your COVID treatment causing weird taste sensations? This is why Strange tastes can be a side effect of COVID medications.(Pixabay: 1045373)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health NSW Now: Gilmore member too close too call, as counting continues today Labor’s Fiona Phillips and Liberal Andrew Constance are in a close race for the seat of Gilmore.(Supplied: Fiona Phillips, Facebook: Andrew Constance)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Chinese-Australian voters helped sway the election result. But there was a patchwork of reasons why Anna Wang voted for Labor’s Sally Sitou in Sydney’s west.(Supplied)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Alanah realised they have ADHD during lockdown. They’ve spent nearly a year trying to get diagnosed Alanah Parkin has been waiting 11 months to get assessed for ADHD.(ABC News: Ashleigh Barraclough)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Forgotten what day it is again? You’re not alone Why are we still forgetting things?(Pexels: Robert Șerban)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health A nurse administered an anti-psychotic drug ‘without need’ and it could have had ‘serious or even fatal consequences’ The Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service said its remedial actions had been supported by the QIRC in its review of the matter.(ABC News: Brad Marsellos)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health UK, Belgium order monkeypox close contacts to isolate for 21 days The World Health Organisation is asking healthcare providers to be on alert for potential cases. null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Monkeypox: CDC investigating first US case of the year as growing clusters emerge globally outside Africa The United Kingdom confirmed clusters of monkeypox infections while the United States confirmed its first monkeypox infection of the year. Read More Fox News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Doctors baffled by severe hepatitis in kids as CDC confirms 180 cases A South Dakota toddler is one of at least 180 kids infected with severe hepatitis across 36 U.S. states and territories since October, according to the CDC. Read More CBS News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S. Read More CBS News 3 days agoMay 24, 2022
Health How monkeypox spreads and why “we’ve never seen” current cases As the CDC confirms a case in Boston, Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why the potentially fatal disease, now found in 12 countries outside Africa, is being taken seriously by public health officials. Read More CBS News 3 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection The company says it’ll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under. Read More CBS News 3 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Adelaide man wins retrial on mental health grounds after three years in custody following theft charges The man was confronted by a security guard after taking a man’s backpack.(ABC News: Haidarr Jones)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Transsexual pioneer criticizes modern trans activists, says they’re indoctrinating kids: ‘This isn’t a game’ Buck Angel, a transsexual pioneer, criticized modern trans activists and said they indoctrinate minors. Read More Fox News 3 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health ‘We need to do a pre-emptive strike’: Queenslanders offered free flu jabs as case numbers soar Health Minister Yvette D’Ath urged people to get vaccinated earlier this month.(Twitter: Annastacia Palaszczuk)null Read More ABC News 3 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Florida health officials investigating “presumptive” monkeypox case Florida public health officials are investigating a “presumptive” case of monkeypox that is believed to be related to international travel. Read More Fox News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health ‘I think Queensland is just more relaxed’: Could a party aimed at legalising cannabis unseat Pauline Hanson? Michael Balderstone says the party looks forward to receiving AEC funding following their higher-than-expected result. (Supplied)null Read More ABC News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health ‘She wastes cassava’: Navigating infertility in the Pacific Fijian journalist Lice Movono says she was judged for having fertility issues. (Supplied: Lice Movono )null Read More ABC News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health It took Kathy Lette years to outgrow the legacy of Puberty Blues. Now she’s the poster-woman for post-menopausal fulfilment Kathy’s motto in life is “adventure before dementia”.(ABC: Australian Story/Harriet Tatham)null Read More ABC News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Why mould can be damaging to your health, especially when left unchecked In flood-affected areas, mould is often a nasty surprise in the wake of widespread damage.(Getty Images: Paul Taylor)null Read More ABC News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health White House coronavirus advisor supports continued use of masks indoors Dr. Ashish Jha said the government remains focused on ensuring access to COVID-19 vaccinations, therapies and testing in order remain in control of the virus. Read More Fox News 4 days agoMay 23, 2022
Health Army nears 100% vaccination, claims only 1% refusal among troops The Army has stopped publishing the number of COVID-19 vaccination exemptions requested among National Guard and Reserve members, which have recorded greater pushback against the mandate. Read More Fox News 4 days agoMay 22, 2022
Health Tracking your health data through wearable devices Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer. Read More CBS News 4 days agoMay 22, 2022
Health Self-tracking your health data Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer. Read More CBS News 4 days agoMay 22, 2022
Health British health report to recommend raising smoking age to 21 Health Secretary Sajid Javid allegedly ordered a report on smoking age in the U.K. over concerns that Prime Minister Boris Johnson intended to shelve the anti-smoking initiatives. Read More Fox News 5 days agoMay 22, 2022
Health WHO holds emergency meeting to discuss monkeypox spread The virus has spread across Europe and to the United States and Australia.(Reuters: CDC/Cynthia S Goldsmith, Russell Regnery/Handout)null Read More ABC News 5 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health Kylie caught COVID twice in eight weeks. So will reinfections slow Western Australia’s pandemic recovery? Perth teacher Kylie Lund has caught COVID-19 twice in eight weeks.(ABC News: supplied)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health The latest COVID-19 case numbers around the states and territories null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health Merrilyn has volunteered at parkrun 400 times without ever having run the course. Here’s what keeps her coming back Merrilyn McMillan (right) has volunteered at parkrun 412 times, and says it gave her self-esteem and confidence again. (Supplied: Merrilyn McMillan)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health It’s been a campaign of Rickrolls, but Rick Astley promises one thing politicians don’t Some election reporting was like a Rickroll: you were looking for sober reporting when gotcha moments made it feel like an episode of Jerry Springer.(ABC News)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health Amazon Books editorial director reveals wellness book recommendations Sarah Gelman, the Editorial Director of Amazon Books, joins “CBS Mornings” during Mental Health Awareness Month to recommend several wellness books that could help improve your life. Read More CBS News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health Should your doctor be prescribing arts therapies to help your mental health? The prevalence of mental ill health in Australia paints a pretty bleak picture, but what if actually painting the picture is part of the solution?(ABC)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health Mother of First Nations man with disability shocked to discover support worker filmed him naked in shower Australian Foundation for Disability, also known as Afford, has been the subject of a disability royal commission hearing.(ABC News: Brendan Esposito)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health African scientists baffled by monkeypox cases in Europe, US Scientists who have monitored numerous outbreaks of monkeypox in Africa say they are baffled by the disease’s recent spread in Europe and North America Read More Fox News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health WHO meeting over monkeypox virus spread: report The WHO is meeting about global outbreaks of the monkeypox virus. The agency tweeted Friday that infection was confirmed in 80 people. Read More Fox News 6 days agoMay 21, 2022
Health ‘This is not the kind of spread we’ve seen in West Africa’: Scientists scratch heads as monkeypox spreads through Europe Experts have urged people not to panic about the monkeypox virus, saying it “isn’t going to cause a nationwide epidemic like COVID did”. (Reuters: CDC/Brian WJ Mahy/Handout)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Last survivor of one of WWII’s most brutal prisoner camps dies from COVID-19 Billy Young joined the army at age 15 during World War II.(Supplied: Lynette Silver)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Adelaide man who shot dead three people asks court for a change of scenery Accused triple killer Donato Corbo in court, 2011(Supplied: Tim Ide)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Monkeypox confirmed in Melbourne and Sydney Victorian CHO Brett Sutton says a Melbourne man in his 30s has monkeypox.null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Governments should help people transition away from gas use in homes, scientists say Professor Graeme Zosky says gas use in the home worsens air quality.(Supplied)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health ‘No effective follow up’: NT coroner recommends sweeping changes after death of teenage boy Reginald ‘Reggie’ Roy Yunupingu was found at the base of a power pole near the Minyerri Police Station.(Carl Curtain: ABC Rural)null Read More ABC News 6 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Why the Queensland-based UAP is resonating with some voters in western Sydney Izzat Khatib was drawn to the United Australia Party after feeling disenchanted with the major parties.(ABC News: Alison Branley)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health COVID-related deaths in WA jump past 200 so far this year as 15,205 new cases recorded The number of active COVID-19 cases in WA sits a shade below 90,000.(ABC News: Keane Bourke)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Probable monkeypox case detected in Sydney, health authorities say Monkeypox is rarely seen outside Africa but cases have recently been detected in Europe and the US.(Reuters: CDC/Brian WJ Mahy/Handout)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Shanghai COVID lockdown supply issues prompt Queensland to delay non-urgent elective procedures Iodinated contrast mediums are used in computerised tomography (CT) scans and other imaging.(ABC News: Marcus Alborn )null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health The latest COVID-19 case numbers around the states and territories null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health This pervasive furphy on Australia’s emissions was repeated throughout the campaign Both sides of the political divide made claims during the campaign which were either incorrect or required further context.(AAP: Lukas Coch, Mick Tsikas)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Millions in JobKeeper went to private schools that grew their surpluses The 395 non-government schools that claimed JobKeeper represented a little over 10 per cent of the sector.(ABC News: Carl Saville)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health ‘A new standard’: How this music festival changed to become more inclusive Bass in the Grass is the NT’s largest music festival.(Supplied: NT Major Events)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Veterans feel ‘forgotten’ and ‘left out’ in 2022 federal election campaign Matt Hull left the army in 2014 following an injury.(ABC News: Michael Franchi)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Baby formula shortage impacts people with metabolic issues Families with special dietary needs are growing desperate amid the baby formula shortage. Thousands in the U.S. suffer from the rare disorder phenylketonuria, also known as PKU, and require specialized formula for life. They have few options if they run out. Meg Oliver has more. Read More CBS News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Baby formula shortage could mean life or death for kids with metabolic issues “In the long term, not having the formula would result in permanent brain damage,” one child’s mother told CBS News. Read More CBS News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Monkeypox: CDC investigating first US case of the year as growing clusters emerge globally outside Africa The United Kingdom confirmed clusters of monkeypox infections, while Spain and Portugal are both investigating suspected cases. The United States confirmed its first monkeypox infection of the year. Read More Fox News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Baby formula shortage: why many mothers can’t breastfeed Breastfeeding is recommended as the heathiest option for babies yet mothers are often ridiculed for the practice in public Read More Fox News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Most teens in this town know someone lost to suicide. They have a message for politicians Nattaya wants to share her story so other young people struggling with mental illness know that they’re not alone. (ABC: Alice Walker)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health COVID’s been a dirty word during the election campaign — but the experts say it’s not going away COVID has been largely absent from the election campaign. (ABC News: Brendan Esposito)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Their votes won’t change who wins this election. So how do people in safe seats make their voices heard? Munish Bansal, who lives in a safe seat, is concerned about support for caring for his parents.(Supplied)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Four bedrooms … four bathrooms? How COVID is changing home design This normal-looking 250-square-metre house is packed full of post-COVID design ideas.(Supplied: Dahlin Group)null Read More ABC News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Monkeypox virus: What to know Monekypox virus infections are being reported globally, including in the U.S. Cases have also been reported in the U.K., Spain and Portugal. Read More Fox News 7 days agoMay 20, 2022
Health Monekypox virus: What to know Monekypox virus infections are being reported globally, including in the U.S. Cases have also been reported in the U.K., Spain and Portugal. Read More Fox News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health The rise of COVID cases, hospitalizations nationwide The United States has seen a threefold increase in daily COVID-19 cases over the past month. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the latest on the rise. Read More CBS News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health 266 cases of salmonella linked to chocolate Easter eggs, EU says Health officials said that 86.3% of the cases were among children aged 10 or younger. Read More CBS News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Aged care homes don’t need ‘evidence’ on food spending to receive government funding, with a third still spending less than $10 a day Evidence of shocking food in nursing homes was heard at the aged care royal commission.(Supplied)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Scott Morrison rules out overturning assisted dying ban on territories, sparking Senate candidate fight Scott Morrison has ruled out overturning an assisted dying ban on territories.(ABC News: Matt Roberts)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health SA Opposition Leader accused of ‘dog whistling’ to anti-vaxxers after ‘dictatorship’ gibe South Australia’s Health Minister, Chris Picton, is defending the state’s new COVID-19 legislation, rejecting claims it is “draconian”.(ABC News: Lincoln Rothall)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health COVID-positive Australians fume as AEC confirms they ‘may not be able to vote’ Nicola Fry will be in COVID isolation on election day.(Supplied: Nicola Fry)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health How to vote if you have COVID-19 on election day Emergency telephone voting has been introduced for voters forced to isolate due to COVID. (ABC News: Nick Haggarty)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Victoria’s crisis-riddled triple-0 system ESTA to be overhauled following damning review The long-awaited report comes amid immense pressure on the emergency call-out system.(ABC News: Margaret Burin )null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health WA COVID record broken again as 17,105 new cases and six more deaths reported The number of new coronavirus cases recorded in WA is continuing to increase.(ABC News: Aran Hart)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Pauline Hanson tests positive to COVID days before federal election, maintains anti-vaccination stance One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has COVID-19.(AAP: Mick Tsikas)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health ‘The two head honchos can’t even come here’: Here’s why Kimberley voters feel forgotten Kathy Watson wants federal leaders to focus on health service delivery in remote WA.(ABC Kimberley: Jessica Hayes)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health West Australians’ highly sensitive personal data put at risk as COVID-19 contact tracing system lacks security WA Health granted a third-party software vendor full access to personal data of WA residents.(ABC News: Gian De Poloni)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Labor says the Coalition has a plan to cut Medicare if re-elected. Is there any evidence? Labor is once again running a campaign to convince you the Coalition will cut Medicare if re-elected. But is there any evidence for their claims? (RMIT ABC Fact Check)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Meet the West Australians imposing COVID restrictions on themselves Half the seats remain empty at the Morning Show for seniors at the Perth Town Hall.(ABC News: Cason Ho)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Caesarean births not linked to food allergies during infancy, study finds Australia has one of the highest rates of food allergies in children in the world.(Unsplash.com)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health How many Australians have died from COVID-19? Can you get COVID twice? The average age of death has risen since the Omicron wave began at the end of 2021. (Pixabay)null Read More ABC News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Massachusetts confirms first case of monkeypox in the United States this year The first cases of monkeypox in the United States this year was discovered in Massachusetts on Wednesday, health officials announced. Read More Fox News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Biden launches plan to fly baby formula to U.S. President Biden is invoking the Defense Production Act to increase the production of baby formula nationwide. The president has also called for civilian Defense Department planes to pick up formula overseas and bring it to the U.S. House lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that would make it easier for low-income families to […] CBS News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
Health Baby formula shortage: why many mothers can’t breastfeed Even though breastfeeding is recommended as the heathiest option for babies, mothers dealing with the baby formula shortage are often ridiculed for the practice in public, while other mothers fear being judged for not following what is often considered the maternal ideal Read More Fox News 1 week agoMay 19, 2022
