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Aug 2024
Victorian Government Dismisses Expert Recommendations for Mandatory Hospital Service Mergers
Published in News on August 14, 2024
The Victorian government has opted against implementing a key recommendation from an expert panel to consolidate hospital services, a move anticipated to enhance patient care and cut costs. Premier Jacinta Allan and Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas presented the long-awaited report on Victoria’s public health system on Thursday, outlining their strategy for sector managem...
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Aug 2024
Melbourne Hospitals in Turmoil: Over 130 Ambulances Waiting Outside
Published in News on August 13, 2024
Victorian hospitals are facing a crisis as over 130 ambulances are stuck outside, unable to unload patients. Currently, only 12% of the state’s ambulances are free to respond to new emergencies. The majority are either occupied with patients or delayed in transferring them to hospitals. Today, the situation reached a critical point with 167 ambulances waiting outside e...
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Aug 2024
Australians Cautioned About the Risks of Cosmetic Tourism
Published in News on August 12, 2024
Dr Amira Sanki, a leading plastic surgeon in Sydney, told Yahoo News that travelling abroad for plastic surgery carries significant risks. "We have definitely seen an increase in complications from patients returning from overseas at our hospital, which is close to the airport," she said. Complications from these surgeries can range from minor to life-threatenin...
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Aug 2024
Aussie Hospitals Facing Crisis: Why They’re on the Edge
Published in News on August 10, 2024
John Karagiannis, 61, first noticed a problem with his vision when he struggled to clearly see his sons playing football on Saturday mornings. A visit to Specsavers led to a cataract diagnosis. Despite having private health insurance since he was 18, Karagiannis was surprised by the high out-of-pocket costs for cataract surgery. He ended up paying around $5,500 for the surgery...
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Aug 2024
Hospital issues caution about burns from trending candied-fruit recipe on social media.
Published in News on August 07, 2024
A popular TikTok food trend is heating up so much that doctors are raising alarms about its risks. On both TikTok and YouTube, viral videos showcase people preparing tanghulu—a Chinese delicacy featuring fruit skewers enveloped in a sugary, crystallized coating. However, creating this candy-like shell has led to several hospital visits, according to medical professiona...
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Aug 2024
St Vincent’s and NIB Secure Last-Minute Agreement, Avoiding Crisis
Published in General on August 06, 2024
St. Vincent's Health Australia and NIB Group have successfully reached a new agreement, averting a potential fallout that could have seen patients left without coverage at several private hospitals. The two organizations were on the brink of a dispute, which has now been resolved through a fresh contract. The renegotiation comes after months of intense discussions, with...
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Aug 2024
New Public Hospital for Melbourne Cancelled Amidst Metro Tunnel Project Concerns
Published in News on August 05, 2024
Plans for a new central public hospital in Melbourne have been scrapped, with the ongoing Metro Tunnel project cited as a critical factor behind the decision. The proposed hospital, anticipated to significantly boost the city's healthcare infrastructure, has now been officially shelved, raising concerns about the future of healthcare accessibility in the region. The Orig...
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Aug 2024
Understanding The Role & Responsibilities of Personal Carers
Published in General on August 02, 2024
What is a personal carer? Personal carers provide assistance to individuals needing support in the home, community, or care facilities and hospitals. Due to injury, illness, disability, or age, clients may need support with a variety of self-care and daily living tasks. The role of a personal carer is not to do tasks for the person they are supporting but rather to work w...
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Aug 2024
Completion of Metro Tunnel Works Marks a New Chapter for the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Parkville
Published in News on August 01, 2024
The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH) in Parkville is celebrating a significant milestone with the completion of Metro Tunnel construction works around its campus. This marks a new era of improved accessibility and connectivity for patients, staff, and visitors, bringing the RMH closer to Melbourne's expanding public transport network. A Major Milestone for RMH The compl...
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Jul 2024
Overcoming Barriers: 5 Ways to Stay Active with a Disability
Published in Tips on July 29, 2024
Everyone knows that staying mentally and physically active can significantly improve or maintain good health. Not only can it lower your risk of conditions like heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, but it can also make you less susceptible to elevated levels of stress, anxiety and depression. However, if you or a loved one are living with a disa...
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