Fresh warning about deadly animal virus
Aussies in one state have been issued a warning about a “highly fatal” disease with no known cure, with infection causing paralysis and even death.
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Report spills disastrous truth about Australia
Alcohol and tobacco are no longer the biggest killer for Aussies, a new study has revealed with one stark problem suddenly in the spotlight.
‘Harm’: Doctors demand Covid vaccine pulled
A petition calling for Covid vaccines to be pulled has attracted high-profile backers — including one of Donald Trump’s key appointments.
Shock find in pimple mum ‘squeezed too hard’
A young mother has issued a warning for Australians after discovering a “pimple” was in fact something much more sinister.
Warning after ice plunge tradition kills mum
Every year thousands of people dive into sub-zero waters wearing just swimmers – but there are fresh warnings after one woman’s death.
‘Awkward’: Doc reveals X-rated Xmas problem
A doctor has revealed the Christmas gifts we should never buy if we want to avoid embarrassment or injury – including one naughty item.
‘Red flag’: Pandemic fears as virus spreads
Experts have raised a “red flag” over a concerning situation unfolding across the US.
Outbreak fears as mystery illness kills 143
An unknown flu-like illness that particularly affects women and children has killed up to 143 people, as health officials race to take samples.
Major push for free birth control
The Greens have announced a major election plan to make all forms of birth control free, including the contraceptive pill and IUDs.
Reason young women are getting sterilised
Women, including an OnlyFans model, have chosen to become infertile for one very distressing reason.
‘I’m dying’: Young dad’s tragic last words
A 20-year-old Aussie father’s final words before his sudden death have been revealed as he leaves behind his pregnant partner and two sons.
Teens now being given brutal diagnosis
A brutal disease is on the rise across Australia after crossing over into the “ordinary world”, with a new wave of cases impacting teenagers.
‘Nightmare’ as city of 33m shut down
The 33 million residents of this city have been suffering in a situation so “severe” politicians are proposing an extreme solution.
How many Aussies are on Ozempic?
Off-label use of diabetic drugs for weight loss has skyrocketed, leading to global shortages in Ozempic, but how many Aussies are actually using these drugs?
‘Stay home’: Covid hits ahead of Christmas
Aussies are facing a sharp rise in Covid infections just ahead of Christmas, leading to a warning from health authorities.
Deadly find in Sydney Metro construction
“Grave” concerns are held for Sydney Metro construction workers who were exposed to more than 200 times the safety standard of silica dust.
Aussie author dies after ‘long Covid’ battle
A well-known Australian author has died suddenly after returning to work from three years off due to “vaccine induced long Covid”.
UK professor rips Aussie Covid ‘madness’
A UK expert has slammed Australia’s Covid response, describing lockdowns as “total madness” and claiming vaccines were ineffective.
Aussies lead new study on deadly event
A new Aussie study aims to uncover more about an event that killed 10 people and forced thousands more to seek medical attention.
One thing you should do every morning
It’s part of the morning routines of countless Aussies – and now, a doctor explores whether using it does more harm than good.
‘Dangerous’ condition caused by water
An Aussie doctor has issued a warning as a huge trend involving major retailers such as Kmart influences how much we drink.
Warning as 5 OD on laced cocaine
NSW Health has issued a major warning after five people who used what they thought was cocaine were hospitalised for heroin overdoses.
Aussie behind ‘suicide capsule’ speaks out
An Australian activist behind a new “suicide capsule” has spoken out after its first-ever user was allegedly strangled.
Woman’s alleged horror act towards baby
Police are investigating a high-profile woman after it was claimed she was drugging her infant daughter while documenting the girl’s declining health on social media.
‘Censor:’ Senator defiant over abortion bill
A Nationals senator has accused the Greens of trying to “censor and silence debate” following its calls to pull his controversial abortion bill.
Urgent safety warning for kids’ medicine
Australia’s medicines watchdog says parents should immediately stop giving a popular medicine to kids under the age of six, warning of potential ‘psychiatric’ side effects.
‘No idea’: Australia’s shameful stat laid bare
It’s a common weekend pastime for many down under, but what’s the real cost of this dangerous habit?
Bar, servo on alert after measles outbreak
Patrons of a popular bar have been urged to be on the lookout for symptoms of a potentially deadly viral infection.
Teen dead after allergic reaction to brownie
A student with a severe peanut allergy has died after consuming a gluten-free brownie that sent her into anaphylactic shock.
Dr’s dark warning over common bathroom act
A gastroenterologist has exposed the hidden risks of ignoring nature’s call.
‘Curse stops with us’: Dad’s sad update
A Brisbane father has died a month after being diagnosed with an ultra-rare genetic condition that he dubbed the family “curse”.
Warning issued on ‘crass’ abortion debate
The Opposition Leader said while he supported “a woman’s right to choose”, he warned Labor against inflaming further debate on abortion.
‘Be wary’: Major new health warning
A doctor has warned Australians to be on high alert after a new study revealed a concerning health trend.
Massive eye mistake most Aussies make
Alarming research has revealed news no Aussie wants to hear, but it’s come just in time for people to protect themselves for summer.
19yo had a ‘bad headache’ – never woke up
When Livia Wilson went to bed with a nasty headache, her mum thought she had simply “overdone it”. But sadly, she never woke up.
‘Easy’ way to tackle fastest-growing disease
A woman diagnosed with the world’s fastest-growing disease has revealed the ‘easy’ way everyday Aussies can help tackle it.
Killer disease spreading across Australia
The disease has killed five in the last year and could start “popping up” in other parts of Australia.
‘Proud’: Aussie stars reveal new role
Music star Baker Boy and AFL prodigy Daniel Rioli have both taken on an important new role they hope will help make a major difference.
‘Listen’: Plea about issue that ‘touches everybody’
Experts and politicians have gathered to have a “challenging conversation” about an issue affecting households across the country.
Woman dead after eating garden mushroom
The tragic death of a woman who unknowingly ingested poisonous mushrooms has prompted renewed warnings about the dangers of foraging.
‘Really did erode trust’: Shock Covid apology
The apology follows a major report into Australia’s response to the pandemic that found trust in vaccination programs has declined.
Damning Covid report sparks $251m disease hub
The centralised disease hub will be tasked with “stress-testing” Australia’s ability to cope with future pandemics and other major health emergencies.
Urgent warning over X-rated issue
A drug that claims to treat a common issue among men poses a serious health risk and should not be taken, a regulatory body has cautioned.
Warning over common laundry item
After a mum claimed it “burnt” her family’s skin, a dermatologist has urged consumers to look out for a problematic ingredient.
‘Entrenched’: Major problem for women
The crushing problem of ‘medical misogyny’ hitting Aussie women has been called out, with the federal Health Minister acknowledging some ‘appalling’ realities.
Little-known reason you’re always tired
A sleep expert has shed light on the unexpected factor that could mean you’re feeling more burnt out at this time of year.
Telling sign your body needs more nutrients
Ever feel like you bruise more easily than others? Or perhaps your nails aren’t as strong as you’d like? A doctor explains why.
Major change to Panadol hits shelves
Consumers will begin to notice the change following a decision by the Therapeutic Goods Administration.
Brain scan reveals sleep habit is ageing us
Four in 10 Australians suffer with sleep problems, with poor bedtime habits having a serious effect on the brain, a new study found.
Convict-era disease found in Australia
A case of the rare disease has been detected in Australia, in what some doctors are calling the re-emergence of a ‘cost-of-living’ disease.
Nation eradicates deadly disease
A nation has finally declared victory in a century-long battle against one of the world’s most feared tropical diseases.
Mum’s 4L-a-day water habit ends in disaster
A Queensland woman said she was “slowly drowning herself” with her excessive habit after being told to drink more water.
‘Screaming in pain’: Boy’s horror diagnosis
Aussie boy Cooper Smylie had to learn to walk again after a simple playground fall led to world’s “most painful incurable disease”.
Shock ‘aggressive’ cancer finding revealed
Young adults who develop colon cancer tend to be diagnosed at later stages – and have more aggressive tumours, new research has found.
If you’re depressed, stop eating this right now
If you’re one of the 1 in 7 Aussies currently living with depression, you’ll want to hear this advice from a renowned psychiatrist.
Shoulder pain leads to devastating discovery
A young woman has an urgent message for Aussies after she’s left with just a 10 per cent chance of living the next 18 months.
Shocking find in woman’s brain after ‘joke’
Friends laughed at Rosanna when she told them she couldn’t lift her leg after a busy shift. It turns out, her concerns were no laughing matter.
‘So young’: TikTok star tragically dead at 27
A popular creator who amassed a following after being diagnosed with a “rare” cancer at age 20 has tragically lost her battle.
Star shares shocking post-surgery photos
Khloe Kardashian has shocked fans with before-and-after photos following the removal of a skin cancer on her left cheek.
Huge painkiller ‘lie’ we’ve been told
With more than 3 million Aussies experiencing chronic pain, a doctor has revealed a huge lie about painkillers that affects many of us.
Shower warning everyone needs to hear
A doctor has revealed why women should never pee in the shower or “standing up” – explaining the unexpected problems it could cause.
Race against time to ID this ‘mystery’ man
“Baffled” doctors have issued an extraordinary global appeal to help identify a mystery “patient with no name” before he passes away.
TikTok star’s cause of death revealed
TikTok star Taylor Rousseau Grigg’s cause of death has been released, just one week after she died at age 25.
‘Highest levels’: Urgent health warning
Health authorities are warning the public to be extra wary of gastro symptoms after a spike in cases.
Women ‘gaslit’ over ‘mad and sad’ theory
Women are being ‘gaslit’ by inexperienced doctors who don’t know how to deal with this very common problem.
Covid link to huge spike in heart attacks
A new study published years after the Covid pandemic ravaged the world has revealed a concerning and “signficant” new find.
Miranda Kerr reveals secret health battle
The Australian supermodel has opened up about her “frustrating” six-year battle with a debilitating condition.
Childcare fall turns into worst nightmare
The most innocuous incident for a little Australian girl at childcare turned into the family’s worst nightmare.
X-rated act almost kills ‘fit’ man
An X-rated act left a man with a potentially deadly heart emergency, as he suffered a torn artery.
Update after bodybuilder’s fatal gym collapse
The 33-year-old father died in hospital weeks after he spent 15 hours unconscious in the shower of a gym in Perth.
TikTok star dies ‘suddenly’ at 25
Heartbroken tributes have poured in for a TikTok star who died at just 25 after a mystery illness.
Super-fit teen’s shock cause of death
A super-fit Air Force Academy cadet found lifeless in her dorm room last month died of a tragic cause that ‘could have been prevented’.
‘Unresponsive’: Mum’s horror over 8yo son
A mum in Victoria has urged parents to trust their instincts after her eight-year-old son almost died during a sudden medical emergency.
‘Stay indoors’: Thunderstorm asthma warning
Thunderstorm asthma season has started and Victoria’s health minister says there are two things Aussies with high-risk asthma need to do right now.
Aussie facing ‘certain death’ shares update
Richard Scolyer is undergoing a never-before tested treatment after facing “certain death”. Now he’s shared his latest scan results.
Warning issued amid huge illness outbreak
Aussies at risk of contracting mpox are being warned to stay up to date with their vaccinations, as one state battles a huge surge in cases.
TV host announces her own tragic death
A beloved Australian TV host has announced her own death on social media after she lost her battle with motor neurone disease.
‘Significant risk’: Horror mobile phone find
A groundbreaking Aussie experiment has uncovered a truly horrifying danger lurking in our mobile phones that nobody can ignore.
‘New asbestos’ in common kitchen item
A disturbing detail has been discovered in those most at-risk when in comes to what is being labelled the “new asbestos” found in common kitchen item.
‘Stunning’ world-first as 25yo ‘cured’
In a “remarkable” breakthrough, scientists claim to have reversed a woman’s type 1 diabetes with a procedure that takes just 30 minutes.
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