Health
A rural Queensland town is facing a health crisis after its only GP announced plans to leave, leaving residents scrambling for medical care. The town's health advocate has expressed concerns about the lack of support from the local health service.
At least six babies have died in Queensland in less than three years after contracting syphilis in the womb, according to new data from Queensland Health. The deaths are a tragic reminder of the importance of testing and treatment for the preventable condition.
A Queensland family with an ultra-rare blood type is hoping research into lab-grown blood will save lives. The Fa'agase family, including 32-year-old Joe, have a blood type so rare that only 14 Australians have it.
The Queensland government is refusing to sign up for the federal government's Thriving Kids program, a key initiative aimed at reducing spending on the $51 billion National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). The program's first phase is set to launch on October 1, but Queensland's holdout has sparked frustration from Federal Health Minister Mark Butler.
A 28-year-old Sunshine Coast mother has given birth to a healthy baby boy after undergoing chemotherapy while pregnant with him. Jya Banks was diagnosed with advanced Hodgkin's lymphoma at 14 weeks pregnant and started intensive chemotherapy at 15 weeks.
A Far North Queensland couple's research on a new type 1 diabetes treatment has shown promising results. The treatment, which targets the autoimmune attack that causes the disease, has been tested in mice with successful results.
Queensland's health minister has defended the medical care provided to a 38-year-old man who suffered irreversible brain and eyesight damage after a 36-hour ordeal. The patient's family claims that permanent damage was caused by delays to his treatment.
Rib contouring surgery, a procedure that involves reshaping the ribs to create a narrower waist, has gained popularity online through social media influencers. However, experts warn that social media promotion could fuel pressure to achieve increasingly "extreme" body shapes.
Rural Queensland's doctor shortage has seen a mixed bag of results, with some communities enjoying success through innovative health care models. A community-owned 'super-clinic' in Emerald has been a turning point for Dr Ewen McPhee, who has been practicing in the area for decades.
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.
Six-year-old Leo Slattery was diagnosed with a rare growth hormone deficiency, but the story of his football idol Lionel Messi has shown him that no physical barrier can block his dreams.
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.