Dangerous new drug detected in Australia
An “extremely dangerous” new group of drugs linked to a number of deaths worldwide have made their way to Australian shores.
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Urgent recall of popular kitchen appliance
A popular kitchen appliance is being urgently recalled from major retailers over fears it could catch fire while in use.
Teen dies after car collides with tree
A teenager has died and three others are injured after a car smashed into a tree near Port Stephens.
Aussies dudded by second class aged care
Nursing homes face lawsuits as families reeling from the deaths of loved ones claim they’d still be alive if it weren’t for certain questionable practices.
Young boy forced to crawl after NDIS rejection
A 10-year-old Victorian boy has been forced to crawl around his home after funding for his wheelchair was rejected by the NDIS. See the video.
‘Top five’: Shocking Covid stat as cases soar
A chief health officer says three new varients of Covid are spreading in Australia, as new statistics about the disease come to light.
‘Basically starving’: Extreme diet warning
Mikaela Testa has issued a public plea with her millions of fans after being hospitalised for following an extreme diet she found on Reddit.
‘Devastated’: Eight-year-old girl suddenly loses ability to walk
Doctors were unable to discover what was wrong with eight-year-old Eliyana Salmanzadeh who suddenly lost her ability to walk and mysteriously saw light spots in her vision.
Racetrack holds grandparents race with hilarious results
The Grandparents hit the track for our 2nd annual Grandparent Races
NIB health fund price hike at 10 hospitals: See the list
Health fund members will be slugged with a price hike for private hospital care after contract negotiations between a major insurer and a major hospital group broke down.
Texts which brought down celebrity psych
Dr Ali Sahebi’s talks on psychology have gone viral, amassing more than 400,000 followers on Instagram. Now, he has been barred from the profession.
Mass purge of frozen sperm in one state
One state has ordered the mass purge of frozen sperm after an audit found they were at risk of potentially devastating identification issues.
Whooping cough cases surging in two states
A frightening virus which can turn deadly, particularly in babies, continues to surge in some of Australia’s biggest states.
Nadia Bartel reveals cancer scare
The ex-Melbourne WAG detailed the “scary moment” she found a lump in her breast, pleading with women to be “diligent” about their health.
Mum admits to killing 7yo son decades ago
Police are investigating after a mum admitted to ending the life of her terminally ill son to stop his suffering, saying “it was the right thing to do”.
Fresh push for soft drink tax
An independent MP is urging the government to introduce a levy on sugary drinks as a diabetes epidemic grips the nation.
Beloved dad, footy gun determined to walk again
A beloved family man and footy player is determined to walk again after a freak bicycle accident while camping left him with no feeling below his neck.
Millions warned about deadly disease
Health authorities have issued a warning for a deadly disease after an infectious traveller visited multiple locations.
Charity forced to pull beds for homeless
People experiencing homelessness in one of the coldest parts of the country have been left with even fewer options.
Why hotel is giving away free rooms
An Aussie hotel has tapped into a new travel trend by rewarding guests with money.
Fresh Covid wave set to wallop Aussies
A new variant of Covid has already produced a bulge in cases, and now experts are warning an even more contagious subvariant will hit Aussies soon.
Fresh Covid wave set to wallop Aussies
A new variant of Covid has already produced a bulge in cases, and now experts are warning an even more contagious subvariant will hit Aussies soon.
32yo eats 10 choccy bars a day, loses organ
A woman who ate 10 chocolate bars a day shed 120 kilograms thanks to surgery and would “do it again” – despite losing her gallbladder.
1400 jobs in limbo as mine fire burns
A fire at a major coalmine has caused hundreds of workers to be sent home and their futures are uncertain.
Mum’s common female issue turns ‘terminal’
A NSW mum has revealed how her common female health issue became ‘terminal’ after she claims she was ignored by doctors.
Horror reason man had penis amputated
Shaun Evans noticed a nagging pain in his groin…months later the unthinkable happened.
Urgent warning over laced cocaine
Health authorities have issued an urgent warning after a deadly opioid was found being sold in one state’s illicit drug market.
‘I was dragged by my hair while pregnant, held at knifepoint’
Mia* has almost lost her life multiple times and been left with life changing injuries at the hands of men who were meant to love her – the fathers of her children. Here she tells her story.
Super-fit TikTok boss’s grim cancer warning
A fit young Australian TikTok boss has opened up about the three warning signs he missed before being diagnosed with stage four cancer.
‘Sorry for him’: Support for Dutton’s son
A man with a very unique perspective on public life has put an arm around Peter Dutton’s son after a controversial image of the teenager surfaced.
‘Sorry for him’: Support for Dutton’s son
A man with a very unique perspective on public life has put an arm around Peter Dutton’s son after a controversial image of the teenager surfaced.
Teen dies after having cough, sore throat
A family has been left shattered after their “healthy” teenager was found dead just hours after complaining of flu symptoms.
‘Scared I was going to die’ after juice drink
When a family went out to dinner on a Friday night, they never could have expected what would allegedly be served up to them.
Family allegedly served insect killer as juice
A family was rushed to hospital after a restaurant allegedly served them insect repellent instead of cranberry juice.
Mum’s tragic regret before teen’s overdose
Every parent’s worst nightmare came true for Jennie Ross-King when she lost her daughter to an overdose at a music festival, now she’s calling for change.
Mum’s tragic regret before teen’s overdose
Every parent’s worst nightmare came true for Jennie Ross-King when she lost her daughter to an overdose at a music festival, now she’s calling for change.
Three dead, 7 critical after horror crash
Three people have been killed and seven are fighting for their lives after a horrific crash involving a bus and a car towing a caravan on a major highway.
Derryn Hinch reveals new cancer battle
The broadcaster and former politician has provided an update on the treatment he is undergoing for his latest health issue.
Hot air balloon crashes into power lines
Two people have been rescued from a hot-air balloon that struck active power lines while landing in rural NSW.
Climate protests enter sixth day at major port
Climate activists have vowed to continue blocking a rail line to a major port as they enter the sixth day of their disruptive protests.
Huge reason for young doctors to go rural
A young doctor says finding her passion in medicine as well as falling in love with a “cowboy” are only some of the reasons she’s sticking it out in regional medicine.
Huge reason for young doctors to go rural
A young doctor says finding her passion in medicine as well as falling in love with a “cowboy” are only some of the reasons she’s sticking it out in regional medicine.
‘70yo hearts in 30yo bodies’: True extent of cocaine damage
Cocaine sold on Australia’s streets is being cut with a substance used to kill worms in cattle and chickens and a banned pain reliever, experts earn. Watch video and listen to podcast.
Popular bodybuilder suddenly dies aged 36
A female bodybuilder who was set to take part in a top-level competition in the coming days has tragically died at age 36.
‘It was his passion’: Sister’s grief over scuba tragedy
When his sister asked Phillip Powell what he loved about diving he told her “it’s just me and the sea”. Then, he got into trouble under Port Noarlunga Jetty.
Mother’s pregnancy turns family’s world upside down in a flash
Mum Jess Sumpton was feeling unwell and dizzy picking up her sons from school when her husband James took her to hospital, unaware of the dramatic turn their lives were about to take.
Warning for Aussies visiting island paradise
A health warning has been issued to travellers heading to an island paradise hugely popular with Australians.
Pharmacies revolt over new vape laws
Australia’s crackdown on vaping comes into effect next week – but a key change to the laws has seen an outcry from major pharmacies.
Viral TikTok sparks fierce Aussie debate
A viral video about the best way to make a classic Aussie drink has sparked fierce debate online and on television.
12 winter wellness myths, busted
Are you falling for these winter health myths? We explore the science behind some of the most common winter wellness myths.
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