Latest Health Stories

Health
News
'Record number' of elective surgeries promised with fire-damaged hospital theatres set to reopen

'Record number' of elective surgeries promised with fire-damaged hospital theatres set to reopen

29 September | By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
News
Government backs away from voluntary assisted dying for under 18s

Government backs away from voluntary assisted dying for under 18s

28 September | By Ian Bushnell
3
Behind the scenes of crisis management with ACT's Senior Project Professional of the Year Leo Cusack

Behind the scenes of crisis management with ACT's Senior Project Professional of the Year Leo Cusack

26 September | By Dione David
Start the conversation
Concerns raised over age of Canberra Hospital's diagnostic imaging machines

Concerns raised over age of Canberra Hospital's diagnostic imaging machines

25 September | By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
Commonwealth Government to hold inquiry into COVID-19 response, but state and territory decisions excluded

Commonwealth Government to hold inquiry into COVID-19 response, but state and territory decisions excluded

21 September | By Lizzie Waymouth
5
DA released for $49 million revamped precinct to tackle youth mental health, drug and alcohol issues

DA released for $49 million revamped precinct to tackle youth mental health, drug and alcohol issues

21 September | By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
One-third of women in the ACT feel doctors aren't taking them seriously, survey finds

One-third of women in the ACT feel doctors aren't taking them seriously, survey finds

17 September | By Lizzie Waymouth
1
New payroll tax 'economic madness', ACT AMA warns after failed motion to exempt practitioners

New payroll tax 'economic madness', ACT AMA warns after failed motion to exempt practitioners

17 September | By Lizzie Waymouth
1
News
Calvary Health Care must pay legal fees for its attempt to stop Bruce hospital takeover

Calvary Health Care must pay legal fees for its attempt to stop Bruce hospital takeover

15 September | By Albert McKnight
Start the conversation
News
New child brain cancer resource to help families 'living two different lives' between Canberra and Sydney

New child brain cancer resource to help families 'living two different lives' between Canberra and Sydney

15 September | By Travis Radford
Start the conversation
'Massive interference with Territory rights': Senator Cash moves bill to stop drug decriminalisation laws

'Massive interference with Territory rights': Senator Cash moves bill to stop drug decriminalisation laws

14 September | By Claire Fenwicke
27
Senate votes down Matt Canavan's bill to force an inquiry into Calvary acquisition

Senate votes down Matt Canavan's bill to force an inquiry into Calvary acquisition

14 September | By Lizzie Waymouth
3
Centenary Hospital's 'code yellow' is over for now but 21 midwife roles remain vacant

Centenary Hospital's 'code yellow' is over for now but 21 midwife roles remain vacant

14 September | By Claire Fenwicke
1
Test the waters of southside's new hydrotherapy pool by checking out this DA

Test the waters of southside's new hydrotherapy pool by checking out this DA

10 September | By Albert McKnight
8
'Unwelcome interference': Federal Senate committee recommends against Canavan bill to amend Territory's Self-Government law

'Unwelcome interference': Federal Senate committee recommends against Canavan bill to amend Territory's Self-Government law

7 September | By Claire Fenwicke
5
$8 million de-commissioning of Garran Surge Centre begins to return oval to community

$8 million de-commissioning of Garran Surge Centre begins to return oval to community

6 September | By Claire Fenwicke
1
News
Location and expected opening date of South Tuggeranong health hub announced

Location and expected opening date of South Tuggeranong health hub announced

5 September | By Travis Radford
1
News
Last year broke the pollen record for Canberra, so how is a 'warmer, drier' season shaping up?

Last year broke the pollen record for Canberra, so how is a 'warmer, drier' season shaping up?

3 September | By James Coleman
Start the conversation
Detailed design consultation begins for Canberra's promised new northside hospital

Detailed design consultation begins for Canberra's promised new northside hospital

3 September | By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
What will the ACT's new drug decriminalisation laws actually mean?

What will the ACT's new drug decriminalisation laws actually mean?

2 September | By Lizzie Waymouth
30
Barr hits back at 'wild accusations' GP payroll tax would cause practices to close

Barr hits back at 'wild accusations' GP payroll tax would cause practices to close

31 August | By Lizzie Waymouth
3
Canberra neurosurgeon finds worm in woman's brain 'alive and wriggling'

Canberra neurosurgeon finds worm in woman's brain 'alive and wriggling'

29 August | By James Coleman
11
GPs warn of 'devastating' impact of ACT Government's decision to impose additional payroll tax

GPs warn of 'devastating' impact of ACT Government's decision to impose additional payroll tax

28 August | By Lizzie Waymouth
3
Policymakers would do well to view productivity from fresh angles, says outgoing commissioner

Policymakers would do well to view productivity from fresh angles, says outgoing commissioner

28 August | By Chris Johnson
1
News
Canberrans' mental health improves with age, but anxiety and depression high among the young

Canberrans' mental health improves with age, but anxiety and depression high among the young

27 August | By Lizzie Waymouth
Start the conversation
News
When it comes to support, Canberra man reckons his dogs are a breed apart

When it comes to support, Canberra man reckons his dogs are a breed apart

26 August | By Sally Hopman
7
Now a COVID relic, Garran Surge Centre is finally coming down

Now a COVID relic, Garran Surge Centre is finally coming down

25 August | By Ian Bushnell
19
ACT proposes reforms to rapid alcohol delivery amid underage, harm concerns

ACT proposes reforms to rapid alcohol delivery amid underage, harm concerns

20 August | By Lizzie Waymouth
1
ACT pharmacies to treat urinary tract infections under 12-month trial

ACT pharmacies to treat urinary tract infections under 12-month trial

17 August | By Ian Bushnell
2
New strategy to combat veteran suicide as Royal Commission flags need to learn from failures

New strategy to combat veteran suicide as Royal Commission flags need to learn from failures

15 August | By Andrew McLaughlin
Start the conversation
Unlikely allies: fruit flies might help unlock the secrets of brain cancer

Unlikely allies: fruit flies might help unlock the secrets of brain cancer

12 August | By Dione David
1
Battlelines drawn over whether Federal Bill will be about more than North Canberra Hospital's compulsory acquisition

Battlelines drawn over whether Federal Bill will be about more than North Canberra Hospital's compulsory acquisition

8 August | By Claire Fenwicke
9

What's Trending

Opinion337

What will it take to get urban planning that reflects how Canberrans actually live?

Ben Strickland24 minutes ago

Summer Edwards possible is OK, mandatory can get stuffed View

Summer Edwards50 minutes ago

Ben Strickland 🥱 I love my car-free Canberra life. Nothing has been ruined by it. Why are you so… View

chewy142 hours ago

Stage 1 success? On what metrics? The government refuses to even run a proper quantified benefits… View

Join the conversation
News1

Yes or No? Here’s what four locals had to say about the Voice

chewy144 hours ago

"As we approach the Voice referendum on Saturday 14 October, the outcome is still very uncertain.… View

Join the conversation
News1

Education director-general sought advice to 'prefer the other company' for Campbell Primary School project

HiddenDragon4 hours ago

Unless a business which is tendering for an ACT government contract has been found to be in breach… View

Join the conversation
Opinion14

What can the ACT learn from Portugal about drug decriminalisation?

nothappyjan6 hours ago

There's nothing victimless about drug addicts, users or dealers. Anyone that buys drugs actually… View

nothappyjan1 day ago

The article actually says that some types of drug use are less than some neighbours like France and… View

nothappyjan1 day ago

The latest series of "Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons" on Netflix has an episode from… View

Join the conversation
Breaking

Four taken to hospital after Cockington Green train derailment

By Kim Treasure
1
Breaking

Dangers of not slowing for flashing lights highlighted in highway crash

By Claire Fenwicke
1
Sport

Capital Football CEO threatens resignation as chair insists elite women's football will still be supported in Canberra

By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
News

New operator appointed for five of Canberra's public pools

By James Coleman
18
Breaking

Human trafficking investigators urge Lollipop's Playland visitors to get in touch

By Claire Fenwicke
Start the conversation
Property

Canberra house prices tipped to jump over next 21 months

By Ian Bushnell
3

Featured Properties

Zango Logo

Today's Poll

Do you feel safe in Canberra?

View Results

Loading ... Loading ...
Explore 'Probing the Polls'

Featured Businesses

Screen and Door Installers

Monaro Screens

Monaro Screens is Canberra’s finest and most comprehensive supplier of shower screens, bath screens, mirrors, wardrobe doors, retractable screens, splash backs and all Crimsafe security products.

Find out more

Solar Panel Installers

SolarHub

SolarHub has helped more than 12,000 customers reduce their energy bills and greenhouse gas emissions by harnessing the power of the sun.

Find out more

Real Estate

Independent Property Group

Whether you’re buying, selling, renting, leasing, looking for someone to manage your greatest investment, or market your latest development, every bit of property is made possible with Independent.

Find out more

Commercial & Office Cleaning Specialists

Bliss Solutions

Bliss Solutions provides their clients with custom built cleaning service packages to suit their individual requirements.

Find out more

Lawyers

BDN Lawyers

BDN has provided legal services to to Canberra, Queanbeyan and the region for over 160 years.

Find out more

Plumbers

Blueline Plumbing & Gas

Blueline Plumbing & Gas are your local specialists in Canberra for all domestic plumbing and gas fitting needs.

Find out more

Electricians

Detlev's Electrical

For almost 30 years, Detlev’s expert Canberra Electricians have been supporting homes and businesses with superior appliance repairs and installations, electrical services and building automation.

Find out more

Mortgage Brokers

Clarity Home Loans

A passionate team of Canberrans helping other Canberrans secure their home loans. No frills, no commissions, no brainer.

Find out more
View the best of Canberra

What's On

National Photographic Portrait Prize 2023
View all upcoming events

Daily Digest

Want the best Canberra news delivered daily? Every day we package the most popular Riotact stories and send them straight to your inbox. Sign-up now for trusted local news that will never be behind a paywall.

By submitting your email address you are agreeing to Region Group's terms and conditions and privacy policy.