Public Health

Another nationwide pandemic is a matter of when, not if, the health minister has warned, as laws setting up a federal disease control centre were introduced.

Junior doctors have launched historic legal action to recover unpaid overtime in what a peak medical body says goes to the heart of fairness and safety. The

Smokers harm their own lungs but might also affect the health of their children and future grandchildren. Boys exposed to their parents' smoking could grow

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said reports on social media that he is in ill health are untrue, saying he was busy over the Labor Day weekend giving media interviews and

A state premier stands accused of interfering in the appointment of a senior health official whose contract was abruptly cancelled. Queensland's Crime and

A three-minute brainwave test could detect signs of memory problems linked to Alzheimer's disease years before clinical diagnosis is possible, a trial has found.

Australians will pay no more than $25 for prescription drugs listed on the government's subsidy scheme in a move that will bring prices down to 2004 levels.

Australians should get used to lower-quality health and aged-care services unless the system is modernised to rein in "unsustainable" cost growth, health employers

A baby who died a few hours after birth had a serious heart condition that was not picked up by an ultrasound scan before her birth, a coroner has heard. Thea

More than 2000 Australians have died by drug overdose in 12 months sparking calls for immediate action. Penington Institute research has found more than six

For the 150,000 Australians diagnosed with cancer every year, the shock of that first appointment is only the beginning. Beyond the fear and uncertainty, many

TV chef Gordon Ramsay has said he has undergone treatment to remove skin cancer, thanking "incredible" health workers for their efforts. Ramsay, 58,

Western NSW is a region rich in natural beauty, vibrant communities, and endless opportunities for families to get outdoors and make memories together. From local parks to

As Australians age, many are looking for ways to maintain independence while receiving the support they need. Home-based care has become an increasingly popular option, offering

Staying properly hydrated is essential for overall health, yet many people underestimate just how much water and nutrients the body needs to function optimally. While drinking

Young people who miss out on important early intervention to address health and developmental issues are facing "a lifetime of struggle" that could have been avoided.

Rural Australians are dying up to 13 years earlier than their city peers, with an annual healthcare spending deficit in the bush reaching $8.35 billion. That's

Australians have little knowledge of the threat on their doorstep from the world's deadliest infectious diseases and it has a crucial role in fighting them, the head of

Young people are increasingly turning to social media platforms for information on contraception but experts warn a national education campaign is needed to ensure they are

A junior doctor accused of secretly filming hundreds of hospital staff has been been bailed after a judge found his time on remand could be longer than any ultimate sentence.