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Health

Peak medical body says ramping “solvable” but not under major party plans

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Healthcare is one of the most significant concerns for voters and the major parties. Labor has publicly apologised for failing to curb ambulance ramping rates as promised at the 2022 election. Deputy Premier Kyam Maher says it has been deeply frustrating to see increased funding in hospital capacity has failed to address ramping. Image: Wikimedia …

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Children face higher risk of stroke after infection, research finds

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A study led by Monash University has found children who have recently had an infection may face a higher risk of stroke, particularly in the weeks following illness. Researchers say the findings highlight the importance of infection prevention and monitoring children closely after they recover. Image: Image: Unsplash/ Vitaly Gariev Produced By: Mayabi Aziz Featured …

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More than a half of Australians experience hearing difficulty, report finds

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A new report from hearing health provider Audika warns millions of Australians are struggling to hear – and many aren’t seeking help. Released on World Hearing Day, the report finds more than half of Australians avoid social events because they can’t follow conversations. One in five is already living with some form of hearing loss, …

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Patients over 50 do not know about risks of shingles

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A new global survey has found people aren’t taking action in preventing shingles. In Australia, around 44 percent of patients have never spoken about shingles with their GP. Produced By: Eduardo Jordan Featured In Story: Dr Geoff Lester First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 24 February 2026

Expert advice: do you really need surgery for endometriosis?

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Endometriosis has traditionally been diagnosed and treated through surgery, but recent research is challenging this approach. Advances in imaging and a better understanding of symptoms mean many people may not need an operation to confirm or manage the condition. The question now is: when is surgery truly beneficial, and when might it be unnecessary? Produced …

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