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Exercise physiologists in Australia are fighting to remove an unfair tax that makes their health services cost more than other medical treatments. A new campaign could finally give chronically ill Australians the same tax break they get for other essential healthcare.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people face higher fracture rates, yet bone health has been overlooked until now. A groundbreaking study co-led by Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers is changing that by listening to what communities actually need.
Australia's leading children's research institute just secured $5 million in federal funding to prevent childhood diseases. The announcement came during the institute's 40th anniversary celebration, alongside news of a $200 million endowment fund.
Australia just made it impossible for health practitioners with sexual misconduct findings to hide their past. Over 100 are now permanently listed on a public register patients can search before appointments.
Dozens of people lined up at a pop-up clinic in Kununurra, Western Australia, turning the tide on a diphtheria outbreak that hadn't been seen in the region for 50 years. Health workers are winning hearts and changing minds through grassroots education, free vaccines, and genuine community care.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu is rallying nations to invest in science-backed health systems and collaborative solutions. Her World Health Day message champions the One Health approach that connects human, animal, and environmental wellbeing.
Night-shift workers now have access to the world's first dedicated recovery spaces designed to protect their health after overnight shifts. The Safe Health Zone framework offers a scalable solution to help millions of essential workers recover safely.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
Six Australians will soon fly home from a cruise ship outbreak that claimed three lives, quarantining for three weeks in a specialized facility built to prevent future pandemics. While the virus rarely spreads between people, Australia's health response shows how lessons from COVID are helping nations respond faster and smarter to emerging threats.
Australia has become the 30th country to eliminate trachoma, the leading infectious cause of blindness. The victory comes after nearly two decades of targeted work in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
A culturally focused health program in Australia is helping Indigenous mothers give birth to healthier babies through personalized support and care. The Birthing on Country initiative keeps families together and communities strong during one of life's most important moments.
A global coalition of over 100 organizations from 40 countries is calling on the World Health Organization to treat gun violence as a preventable public health emergency, not just a criminal justice issue. The movement, inspired by survivors like South African activist who lived 40 years with a gunshot disability, aims to save lives through the same public health approach that reduced tobacco deaths worldwide.
Yale School of Public Health is turning medical research into real-world solutions that work at scale. Through its new Future of Health Innovation Hub, students and faculty are launching startups that have already reached 30 countries and helped millions access better healthcare.
Two major health organizations just joined forces to revolutionize healthcare access for millions of African women and adolescents. The partnership will bring life-saving innovations, better health products, and data-driven solutions to communities across the continent.
Two major health organizations just joined forces to transform healthcare for women and adolescents across Africa. The partnership will use data and innovation to improve health outcomes for millions.
Six health champions from five continents received top global honors for bringing lifesaving care to the world's most underserved communities. Their work proves that innovation and compassion can transform health systems from the ground up.
Nigeria has trained 78,000 frontline health workers in just two years and expanded health insurance to nearly 22 million people. The dramatic improvements show how focused investment can transform healthcare access for millions.
A sweeping review of 24 years of research reveals wild blueberries can improve blood vessel function within hours and support heart health, gut health, and memory with regular intake. The tiny berries work through multiple pathways, with gut bacteria playing a surprising starring role.
A Malawian government leader is joining an elite group of African health communication pioneers to share how better messaging saves lives. His work proves that the way we talk about health can be just as important as the medicine itself.
Ghana just unveiled a groundbreaking plan to strengthen its healthcare system and make quality care accessible to everyone. The National Health Compact brings together government agencies, global partners, and health workers to build a more resilient future.
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