‘I thought I was tired due to low iron — I had cancer’
Karen Walsh had just landed her dream job, signed on to build her dream home, and planned an exciting holiday—until a shocking diagnosis changed everything.
Adults 50-70
I don’t want to talk about poo but I have to — this is why
After a tragic accident left him wheelchair-bound, a father-of-one is now fighting for 50,000 Australians who have been ‘ghosted’ by the federal government. Find out why.
Inside the ‘the 1% club’ you don’t want to be part of
A 62-year-old mother is lifting the lid on a one per cent club you would not want to be a member of. Find out why.
I thought I only had a hernia – but doctors found a tumour
Father-of-three Peter Giannopoulos saw his doctor for a routine check-up – then came a death sentence. He’s now hoping for a miracle.
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‘She had no symptoms’: Single mum dealt terminal diagnosis
An Adelaide single mum-of-three went to hospital complaining of pain and left with a terminal diagnosis. Prior to that, she had no other symptoms.
‘It broke me’: SA dad given six months to live after stomach pains
It wasn’t until dad Steven Riley fainted from stomach pains did he go to the hospital — there he learnt he likely only had six months to live.
Adelaide carer pays tribute to media legend
She’s the latest to pay tribute to the Australian media personality, who she said brought out the best in both of them.
US hospital hell for Aussie pair in anniversary holiday nightmare
An Aberfoyle Park man has told of his desperate moves to save his wife after what was supposed to be a romantic trip overseas almost turned deadly.
Best way to lose weight without Ozempic
Diets alone are not the answer. Experts say there is a better, healthier way to losing weight, keeping it off and stay strong. Follow these exercises.
‘Over’: Barnes issues major health update
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes has shared a health update after he underwent surgery for an injury he noticed while on tour.
‘I live life three months at a time’: Man’s devastating cancer reality
Mark Godfrey never would’ve known he had cancer if he didn’t mention this strange symptom in passing to his GP at the end of his consult, now he lives life in three month blocks.
Horror as mum dies after daughter’s surgery
Paris Hedger had only just survived her own life-threatening medical crisis when her world was shattered after her mum tragically died in her sleep.
‘Everybody with breasts should be self-examining’
After an SA radio star revealed she had breast cancer, a local GP has shared her advice – and how a 10-minute appointment could save lives.
‘Can’t gift wrap it’: Best friend gives greatest gift of life
A man has given the ultimate birthday gift to his best friend of over a decade – a live organ.
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