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Researchers at the Centenary Institute, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, NSW Health Pathology and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital have found a potential new way to help doctors identify which head and neck cancer patients may be at higher risk of their cancer returning, using a simple blood test. Each year, around 5,500 Australians are diagnosed with … Continued
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Patients in South Australia will soon find it easier than ever to see a GP, with a record surge of future specialist GPs commencing training in the Commonwealth-funded Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program with the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP). In 2026, 154 future GPs have commenced training in South Australia, a 35% … Continued
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The 2026 Cronulla Memory Walk & Jog is fast approaching, with the much-anticipated event taking place this weekend on Sunday 1 March at Don Lucas Reserve. With the big day kicking off at 7:30am, we welcome everyone in the Cronulla community to join their fellow participants as they walk, jog or run for better … Continued
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Canberra community members tied up their laces and showed up in force last weekend for the 2026 Canberra Memory Walk & Jog – throwing their support behind people impacted by dementia, whilst getting active to improve their brain health. More than 1,380 people walked, ran and jogged to the finish line to raise an … Continued
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Nurses working in Medicare Urgent Care Clinics are being held back from leading care, even as the clinics struggle to recruit and retain qualified staff, according to an independent evaluation. The second interim evaluation of Urgent Care Clinics, released by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, reveals a stark gap between nursing and medical … Continued
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The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has welcomed the WA Department of Health’s 2026 Winter Strategy, acknowledging it as an important investment in reducing preventable illness and easing pressure on the state’s health system during the peak winter period. RACGP WA Chair Dr Ramya Raman said the expanded vaccination programs will help protect communities, … Continued
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Key Facts: – Joondalup Health Campus, part of Ramsay Health Care, offers all cardiac patients free rehabilitation and education sessions from a team of physiotherapists, dieticians, pharmacists, occupational therapists and pastoral care workers. – Red February – or REDFEB – is a month-long awareness campaign aimed at reducing the devastating impact heart disease has on … Continued
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Gathering timely data is the first step to rebuilding a community’s resilience after natural disasters, and a new workshop series in March will put power in the hands of the people to build evidence-backed and tailor-made solutions. The workshops – hosted by Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) Northern Hub and University of Canberra for the Early Insights for More … Continued
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MEDIA ALERT | SAVE THE DATETuesday 24 February 2026 Pollies, Lifeguards and Local Legends Take the Plunge and Pound the Pavement for Lifeline From 9.00am Friday 27 February | Clovelly Beach Politicians will swap parliamentary dress for cossies and runners this Friday in the 24-Hour Lifeguards for Life Challenge, as leaders, lifeguards and local legends … Continued
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Key Facts: Urgent Action Needed Today, 62 Victorians will die without access to specialist palliative care, highlighting a critical gap in support for those with life-limiting illnesses. As the population continues to grow and age, the demand for palliative care services is expected to increase by 50% between now and 2035, and to double by … Continued
