Health
Victoria’s health watchdog has issued an urgent ban against a second Melbourne man accused of posing as a medical practitioner. Maher Aboudargham and his alleged co-conspirator face serious criminal charges after allegedly charging over $20,000 for bogus chronic illness treatments.
A damning breakdown of regional Victorian healthcare data reveals emergency rooms are bearing the brunt of a systemic crisis. Frontline doctors warn of 'war zone' conditions, with patients routinely waiting over 24 hours for treatment.
A local coronial inquest has wrapped up after investigating the tragic death of 46-year-old Kate Manley at Albury Hospital. The inquiry heard how a five-hour transfer delay and complex cross-border administrative systems may have contributed to her fatal pulmonary embolism.
A comprehensive review published in The BMJ reveals that occupational pesticide exposure could increase the risk of developing ALS by up to 70 percent, particularly among male workers. While farming advocates emphasize the necessity of these chemicals, health experts are calling for more targeted research.
An 18-month-old Busselton boy is preparing for an emotional return home to Western Australia following a successful heart transplant in Melbourne. After tragically losing their firstborn son to the same heart condition, the Forster family is celebrating a miraculous second chance.
Public hospital doctors across major Melbourne facilities will stop work on August 13 in an unprecedented strike over mounting fatigue, unpaid overtime, and stagnant pay negotiations. The industrial action marks the first protected strike by Victorian hospital doctors in two decades, though emergency care will remain fully operational.
A groundbreaking early childhood intervention program in South Brisbane is transforming how families access vital developmental support for their children. By embedding services directly into community hubs and learning centres, the initiative removes common barriers and fosters easier access to care.
Previously undisclosed reports and extensive data reveal that workers constructing the nation's multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects were repeatedly exposed to dangerously high levels of invisible silica dust. This alarming discovery highlights significant health risks, with one long-term tunnel builder already diagnosed with a severe, incurable lung disease.
A significant disparity in regional hospital funding pledges by the Victorian Coalition has ignited a fierce debate, with community groups in Mildura questioning why their region is promised a redevelopment while West Gippsland receives a new hospital. Critics are demanding transparency and equitable investment for vital healthcare infrastructure across the state.
A local woman endured a harrowing ordeal when her family was wrongly informed of her death, stemming from a critical identity mix-up at a major hospital. The incident exposed alarming failures in patient identification and data management, causing profound distress and prompting a legal investigation.
Australia's booming anti-aging industry is under fire for exploiting regulatory loopholes, potentially exposing consumers to significant health risks through unproven and unapproved treatments. A recent investigation revealed how easily individuals can access these injectables from wellness clinics, despite expert warnings about their safety and efficacy.
A startling investigation has uncovered dangerous industrial chemicals in a brand of vodka readily available in Melbourne, raising serious health concerns for consumers. Experts warn the contaminated spirit, retailing at an unusually low price, highlights critical gaps in Australia's alcohol regulation system.
A major cyber attack has targeted Partnered Health, a national network of GP and skin cancer clinics, leading to the theft of sensitive patient medical records. The company is working with authorities, has obtained a court injunction, and is notifying affected patients while urging vigilance against scams.
Mildura Base Public Hospital is navigating an unexpected leadership change following the immediate departure of CEO Terry Welch. Matthew Jukes will step into the interim role as the search for a permanent leader commences.
A comprehensive analysis has revealed a significant reduction in heroin-related ambulance call-outs in Richmond since the opening of Melbourne's medically supervised injecting facility. The report indicates a nearly 71 per cent decrease in emergency responses over its first five years, highlighting the facility's public health impact amidst ongoing community debate.
A Central Victorian mother recounts the 'traumatic' seven-hour wait her 20-month-old daughter endured for stitches, shining a spotlight on the severe pressures currently facing regional hospital emergency departments. This lengthy delay occurred amidst reports of surging patient numbers, ambulance ramping, and critical internal alerts at Bendigo Health.
A scathing exposé reveals a deeply entrenched 'toxic' workplace culture within Albury Wodonga Health's mental health service, driving experienced clinicians away and raising critical concerns about patient safety, including a tragic inpatient death.