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Jeremy’s death was the first attributed to MMA. Supplied

NewsPremiumLife-threatening tick allergy on the rise

The teenager’s death was the first attributed to the tick-induced mammalian meat allergy, but scientists have warned the number of cases is on the rise.

Alexandra Feiam

Murdoch University research finds central nervous system plays a role in nerve damage in people with diabetes.

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Central nervous system a key player in diabetes pain

West Australian research has found changes within the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord, can be a key reason for pain in people with diabetes. 

Claire Sadler

A poliovirus strain has been detected in Australian wastewater for the first time, triggering a surge in testing for the potentially debilitating disease. Image: Supplied

HealthPremium‘Significant’: Poliovirus detected in Australia

Wastewater testing has detected poliovirus for the first time in one Aussie state, prompting authorities to ramp up testing.

Emma Kirk

Australians drink more than 2.4 billion litres of sugary beverages each year. NewsWire / John Gass

NEWSPremium‘Outlier’: New tax Aussies must have

A proposed national tax is back in the spotlight as doctors warn Australia’s health system is buckling under preventable disease.

Andrew Hedgman

The mum of three was suffering from dilated cardiomyopathy. GoFundMe

NewsMum dies suddenly weeks after giving birth

A mother with an undiagnosed heart condition has died suddenly weeks after giving birth to her third child.

Emma Kirk

Measles is spread through an infected person coughing or sneezing. Supplied

HEALTHNew health alert for Aussie capital

Health officials have issued a health alert for an Aussie capital after a returning traveller visited multiple locations while unknowingly infectious.

Tia Clarkson-Pascoe

Health Minister Mark Butler said Queensland was the only state that is yet to sign a bilateral agreement on Thriving Kids. NewsWire / Martin Ollman

NewsPremium‘They’ll be answerable’: Showdown over NDIS

A state government “will be answerable” as the first major showdown looms over landmark NDIS reforms.

Nathan Schmidt

An expert has said doctors are the key to halting vaccine hesitancy, but many health care workers are unsure how to broach the topic.

HealthCommentsPremiumExpert says doctors could be key to halting vax hesitancy

An internationally renowned misinformation expert has warned that health workers can be unsure how to broach the topic of vaccines with hesitant patients. 

Claire Sadler

NSW Premier Chris Minns says people coming off the NDIS will not receive ‘like for like’ care. NewsWire / Gaye Gerard

UPDATEDPremiumMum would be on reformed NDIS, Albanese says

Anthony Albanese says his late mother would have been eligible for support under the reformed NDIS.

Alexandra Feiam and Nathan Schmidt

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EXCLUSIVEState’s big change saving Aussies $10m

People living with ADHD in NSW will save a whopping $10m and avoid arduous specialist appointments under sweeping reforms, new data has revealed.

Nathan Schmidt

Australian Medical Association President Dr Danielle McMullen.

HealthCommentsPremiumGP peak body launches campaign to stop vax misinformation

Falling immunisation rates, fuelled by misinformation, has sparked a national campaign calling on Australians to speak with their doctor about vaccinations. 

Claire Sadler

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UPDATEDPremiumNo evidence in 90pc of NDIS claims: Minister

Health Minister Mark Butler has revealed the astonishing number of NDIS claims that have “no evidence” after outlining the program’s biggest shake-up in history.

Ria Pandey and Nathan Schmidt

The National Disability Insurance Scheme costs taxpayers $50bn per year. NewsWire / Nikki Short

UPDATEDPremiumStates, territories called in for urgent NDIS meet

The Treasurer has called an urgent meeting as Labor prepares to announce ways to tighten government spending on the NDIS.

Joseph Olbrycht-Palmer and Nathan Schmidt

US President Donald Trump has directed his administration to speed up reviews of psychedelic drugs. (EPA PHOTO)

Health & WellbeingPremiumTrump boosts US research on psychedelic drug treatments

US President ‌Donald Trump has signed an executive order directing the ⁠country's health authorities ​to expedite ‌review of psychedelic ⁠drugs.

Staff Writers

Harry made an effort to share his vulnerable side during the four-day trip to Australia. NewsWire / David Geraghty

NewsHow Harry dismantled the royal smokescreen

The duke and duchess have wrapped up their whirlwind four-day trip Down Under, with Harry challenging the status quo set by his grandmother decades ago.

Alexandra Feiam

The parents of Perth toddler Sandipan Dhar who died after being denied medical treatment are speaking out

Court‘Highly preventable’: Sad reason toddler died

Coroner finds 21-month-old boy’s life would have likely been saved if doctors had given him a simple test to diagnose his illness.

Emma Kirk

A needle-free flu vaccine for children is being rolled out across WA from today.

HealthCommentsGame changer: Needle-free flu ‘jab’ for WA kids from TODAY

A simple nasal spray alternative to flu jabs for children is being rolled out across WA ahead of the winter season.

Troy de Ruyter

Health Minister Ryan Park said the move made life easier and more affordable. Damian Shaw

NEWSPremiumBig change to the pill for millions of Aussies

One Aussie state is bringing in a major change making it easier for women to access contraceptives.

Abisha Sapkota, Euan Kennedy

People whose sleep apnoea changes significantly from night to night are 30 per cent more likely to have a heart attack, stroke or heart failure, new research has found. 

HealthCommentsPremiumNightly sleep apnoea changes spikes heart attack risk

People whose sleep apnoea changes significantly from night to night are 30 per cent more likely to have a heart attack, stroke or heart failure, new research has found. 

Angela Pownall

Ms Creswell can be seen moving towards the sink before heading outside. Supplied

HEALTHHigh-profile founder collapses, nearly dies

New footage has emerged of the moment high profile Aussie businesswoman Carolyn Creswell came close to death after choking on a piece of steak.

Blake Antrobus, Paige Fryer

Beer bellies are becoming a thing of the past.

Health & WellbeingVideoCommentsWhy the Aussie beer belly is heading for extinction

The famous Aussie beer gut may be a thing of the past by 2050 as new age drugs and a change in drinking habits whittle away our waistlines.  

Matt Shrivell

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HEALTHWhy vaccine rates have fallen to five year low

Doctors are sounding the alarm as childhood vaccination rates fall for the fifth consecutive year. But what’s driving the sudden drop?

Clareese Packer and Blair Jackson

Medik8’s Physical Sunscreen SPF50+ 60mL and the 60mL Professional have been recalled. Supplied

NEWSUrgent recall for premium sunscreen

Three sunscreens have been urgently recalled after concerns they may not provide their advertised SPF50+ protection, potentially increasing sunburn risk.

Georgia Palgan

A nasal spray flu vaccine is being rolled out in Australia saving tears at the doctors. Supplied.

NEWSPremiumMajor change to Aussie flu jab

A major change could be key to Australia’s battle against increasing influenza cases and a rapidly declining vaccination rate.

Abisha Sapkota