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Paid Prac expanded for health students

Students training in 10 additional health professions will be eligible for paid placement support under a federal expansion designed to…

Older Australians underestimate RSV risk 

A survey suggests many older Australians understand RSV can be a serious illness but do not see themselves as personally…

WA’s $20m for safer recovery after hospital

A new $20.3 million WA pilot will combine nursing, allied health and 24/7 wearable monitoring technology to help older people…

Telstra outage reveals health system vulnerability

The Telstra outage disrupted more than emergency calls. Experts say modern healthcare’s dependence on mobile networks means telehealth, medical devices…

Australians living longer, but not healthier

Australians are living longer than ever, but rising rates of chronic disease, dementia and mental illness mean many are spending…

Anglicare Sydney finalises Infinite Care acquisition

Anglicare Sydney has finalised its acquisition of Infinite Care, expanding to 46 homes and 7,500 staff. Leaders say the move…

Daughter under investigation after aged care death

Police are investigating the death of an 84‑year‑old woman at a Rooty Hill aged care home after her daughter allegedly…

Global investor acquires Estia Health

Stonepeak and Axight Capital Limited will acquire Estia Health from Bain Capital, with the aged care provider confirming its leadership…

Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner steps down  

Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner Andrea Kelly will step away from the role at the end of her secondment,…

Diphtheria spreads in NT, SA and WA

Australia is experiencing its largest diphtheria outbreak since national records began, with 230 cases reported this year and health authorities…

Australia’s pandemic preparedness tested

The MV Hondius outbreak, which killed three passengers, has revived memories of the Ruby Princess disaster, but experts say swift…

Taser cop’s actions ‘not justified’, inquest told

An inquest into the death of 95‑year‑old Clare Nowland has heard that both a police officer and a paramedic believed…

Inspector-General of aged care resigns

Inspector‑General of Aged Care Natalie Siegel Brown will step down on 31 July 2026, citing expanded international responsibilities and the…

Older Australians to receive free RSV vaccine from May

Eligible Australians aged 75 and over, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60 and over, will soon receive…

Vic Health Minister departs, Premier appoints new cabinet

Victoria’s health system enters a new chapter as Health Minister Mary‑Anne Thomas steps down, with Premier Jacinta Allan appointing Harriet…

When is the best time to get your flu shot?

Flu is spreading earlier than usual, driven partly by the new H3N2 “super‑K” variant, with experts recommending vaccination now to…

The Iran war may disrupt access to medicines

While PBS stock‑holding rules provide a buffer against short disruptions, experts warn that prolonged conflict in the Middle East could…

Aged care resident charged over alleged push

An 84‑year‑old Brisbane aged care resident has been charged with manslaughter after a fellow resident died from head injuries following…

SA Labor to deliver on aged care

With Labor returned to government in South Australia, Premier Peter Malinauskas has set out a sweeping health agenda, including major…

St Basil’s fined $150,000 after guilty plea

St Basil’s Home for the Aged in Victoria was convicted after pleading guilty to a single charge of failing to…

St Basil’s admits Covid safety breach

St Basil’s Homes for the Aged has pleaded guilty to failing to provide a safe workplace after 45 residents died…

Anglicare Sydney expands with Infinite Care deal

Anglicare Sydney will acquire Infinite Care, creating a 4,600‑bed national provider across four states. Leaders say the merger strengthens clinical…

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Free vaccines for WA aged care residents

The Cook Government has announced a significant new health initiative, providing free respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccinations to older West…

New Shadow Cabinet: Ruston retains aged care

New Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has unveiled his shadow ministry, after former leader Sussan Ley was ousted in a party…