Health
The state government has unveiled a revised master plan for the Mackay Base Hospital expansion, locking in a 2027 construction date. The multi-million dollar project promises 128 new beds and a massive boost to local parking, though critics say relief is overdue.
Medical experts are warning parents that giving toddlers more than 500ml of cow's milk a day can block iron absorption, leading to severe and potentially life-threatening anaemia.
A surge in births in Central West Queensland has clashed with a critical shortage of specialized medical care, leaving local mothers facing grueling eight-hour road trips for basic postpartum treatment.
The AMAQ has established a clinical taskforce to address a massive backlog of over 362,000 patients waiting for initial specialist consultations. With regional areas bearing the brunt of the delays, medical leaders warn that vulnerable patients are being left in long-term limbo.
A Queensland inmate serving a 10-year sentence has been granted leave to appeal to the nation's highest court in a bid to freeze her eggs. The landmark case challenges state laws that restrict prisoners from accessing vital fertility treatments.
A troubling new study reveals that parental facilitation is the leading driver of underage gambling in Australia, with many parents actively enabling bets for their children. Researchers warn that this normalization is fueling a growing adolescent addiction crisis.
Queensland’s Health Minister has ordered an urgent review of fertility guidelines that forced women to seek government exemptions to use their own embryos. Legal experts and advocates have condemned the rules, calling the policy discriminatory against same-sex couples.
Queensland has officially recorded its first case of H5 bird flu, following the discovery of a dead petrel washed ashore on Moreton Island. While authorities assure the risk to human health remains low, heightened surveillance efforts are now underway across the state.
A young Brisbane boy, Leo Slattery, finds profound inspiration in football superstar Lionel Messi, not just for his skills but for a rare health condition they both share. Diagnosed with growth hormone deficiency, Leo's family highlights the vital role of Australia's healthcare system in managing his treatment.
A northern giant petrel recovered from Noosa Main Beach has tested negative for H5 bird flu, authorities confirmed this week, easing local concerns. This news reinforces Queensland's current status with no confirmed cases of the virus, despite detections in other Australian states.
A recent incident in Byron Bay saw a man sustain burns after a vape containing a lithium-ion battery ignited in his pocket. Authorities are renewing warnings about the inherent dangers of these power sources, especially in illegally imported devices.
An increasing number of Australians seeking affordable dental care abroad are returning home with severe complications and unexpectedly high bills. Local specialists are now urging caution, highlighting the significant health and financial risks associated with dental tourism.