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The Nobel Prize in Medicine has been awarded to pioneers of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines.
COVID joins mortality tally
COVID-19 has become the first infectious disease in Australia’s top 5 causes of death since 1970.
Gender blocks cancer access
Gender inequalities are worsening women's access to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, experts say.
SA looks at pharmacy boost
Pharmacy prescriptions for UTIs have been recommended as a solution to delays in treatment.
State sees hMPV rise
A surge in human metapneumovirus (hMPV) infections is hitting New South Wales, with over 1000 reported cases ...
Stem cells used on MS
A Swedish study shows stem cells harvested from a person’s own bone marrow or blood can safely slow progression of MS.
Disability report calls for inclusion
Australia's Disability Royal Commission has issued its final report, presenting 222 recommendations for transformative change.
Tech boosts gene checks
Local researchers say their new technology could revolutionise mRNA quality checks.
Cell 'armour' helps
Researchers have developed a kind of cellular ‘armour’ to improve cancer therapies.
COVID inquiry announced
The Federal Government has announced an inquiry into the country's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local capsule growing up
A potentially revolutionary Australian invention promises easier diagnosis and treatment for bowel syndromes - the Atmo Gas Capsule.
Mandate drop shocks nurses
Queensland Health has decided to revoke its COVID-19 vaccination mandate, drawing criticism from the state’s nursing union.
Ozempic competitor tested
Another diabetes drug may beat Ozempic for blood sugar control and weight loss.
Biobank to drive discovery
An Australian-first biobank will be established to improve and discover new treatments for children with ...
Big fund for NSW wages
New South Wales is establishing a $3.6 billion fund to boost public sector wages.
Disability changes coming
The Federal Government is set to scrap the outdated Disability Services Act and impose new standards ...
Local diets slip
Australia, famed for its fertile lands and premium produce, finds itself in a dire dietary predicament.