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I paid $26k for surgery instead of using private health insurance

Amid long public waitlists and the increasing cost of Gold cover, people are forking out thousands for surgery in the private system. What’s the pros and cons?

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I’ve got an online habit that worries doctors

A chronically ill Sydney woman goes online for this reason, like many of us do. But doctors are alarmed by the trend and are urging people to be careful.

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Big mental health shock in the budget

Psychologists and psychiatrists have slammed the federal government for ignoring mental health in the budget, saying they are devastated.

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The nine household items that are putting people in hospital

Accidents at home are rising, often for reasons you’d least expect. See how to reduce your likelihood of ending up in hospital.

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Full List: Stingiest Aussie private health funds revealed

Private health insurance data has revealed Australia’s stingiest funds and those that give back the most cash to members. See the list and try our calculator to get a better deal.

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Cheapest Aussie health fund policies: Calculate a better deal

As the cost of living crisis bites there is a way households can save up to $3,800 a year by switching their health fund policy. See the full list and compare prices in our health premium calculator.

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Health insurance extras: How to avoid being ripped off

It pays to check your health fund extras policy every year with new research showing some payouts are never indexed to inflation. Use our health fund calculator to see how your deal compares.

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Antibiotics spark legal investigation: Are you a victim?

Australians who have suffered severe and life-changing side effects from certain antibiotics are being urged to come forward as a potential class action begins. Does it affect you?

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Here’s how to talk about mental health with your partner

The conversations shouldn’t be scary

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Why you pay $22 for a medicine that really costs $4

A secretly negotiated deal with chemists is one part of why the price of medicine in Australia has increased. Here we explain how it works.

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Full List: How to get half-price medicines with 60-day scripts

From today, Australians can access half price prescriptions for the first time. Here is what you have to do to make the savings and what you can get.

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Strep A surge: What’s driving Aussie cases of deadly infection

Doctors are desperately testing vaccines against Step A, as a surge in cases strikes babies and young children.

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New cancer-killing pill: How it works

Scientists have developed a drug that could be a game changer for treating a range of cancers including breast, lung and skin. See how it works.

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How to finally get better at saying ‘no’

Yes, it’s possible

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