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Research suggests that pill testing at festivals does not encourage people to take more drugs.
Vaccine booking firm selected
The Federal Government has picked tech firm HealthEngine to build Australia's vaccine booking platform.
Commission calls for tax rise
The Aged Care Royal Commission report includes a key suggestion for a new funding mechanism.
PM pledges aged changes
The Federal Government has pledged to spend $452 million on an aged care overhaul.
Victoria makes mental health pledges
Victoria has pledged to create an independent Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission.
Tradies top drinking tally
Researchers have surveyed the drinking habits of various professions, and found builders are among the biggest boozers.
Aged care report received
The final report from the aged care royal commission contains a range of suggestions for reforms and funding.
ATSI hearing app launched
New guidelines and a smartphone app are aimed at preventing and managing hearing loss in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
COVID ripples in Aboriginal areas
Aboriginal community members from New South Wales have shared their experiences and perspectives on the indirect impacts of COVID-19 in their communities.
Restrictions linked to missed cancer
Researchers say an estimated 2,530 cancer diagnoses were delayed or missing during the COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria.
State responds to excess vaccination
The Queensland government is boosting safety measures in state-run aged care facilities after two patients received multiple COVID-19 vaccine doses.
Funds drive lab-meat expansion
An Australian lab-based meat company has secured US$6 million in seed funding.
Nature aids waste-removal
A new study shows that without nature, humanity may drown in its own filth.
Lead levels high in Port Pirie
The levels of lead in the blood of Port Pirie children have been re-assessed.
Pharmacists aid ER reduction
Research shows closer links between pharmacists and GPs can reduce emergency room presentations.
Water sweep shows NYE narcotics
Australia is among the countries consuming the highest amounts of ‘party’ drugs, according to wastewater samples taken from eight countries over the New Year period.