Rachel Stephen-Smith elected new ACT deputy chief minister
Rachel Stephen-Smith has been named the ACT’s new deputy chief minister as part of a major reshuffle following…
Cross-border health issues highlighted after NSW patient claims they were refused care by ACT hospital
The cross-border healthcare system between the ACT and NSW is under scrutiny after a Googong resident claimed they…
Canberra Hospital opens Australia’s first centre dedicated to treating complex immune diseases
When Emma Gilmour describes the effect an advanced immune treatment had on her late father, Arthur, the change…
New North Canberra Hospital details unveiled as $1.34 billion committed to redevelopment
A $1.5 billion price tag has been placed on the new North Canberra Hospital, with the redevelopment to…
Canberra first hospital to use laser eye imaging technology
Canberra’s is the first hospital in Australia to use new state-of-the-art laser eye imaging technology. The Canberra Hospital…
Caring for carers: How respite services can make all the difference for those looking after others
Each Wednesday, Meika Robertson’s husband Rob spends the day in respite care going on outings, doing puzzles, arts…
Canberra cardiologist speaks out over concerns the ACT health system is failing cardiac patients
A Canberra cardiologist is referring patients interstate due to his concerns about wait times in the ACT’s public…
Anthony Albanese writes to states, telling them to rein in public hospital spending
The states and territories are on a collision course with the Commonwealth over public hospital funding, with health…
Major driver’s licence update as Aussie drivers demand action: ‘About time’
One Australian territory is dragging its feet on digital driver’s licences, insisting on a “cautious approach” while other…
Canberra Hospital sets new daily record of emergency department presentations amid surging demand
A record number of patients have visited Canberra’s emergency rooms this winter, with expected wait times pushing above…
‘Frustrating and disappointing’: Canberra residents with Parkinson’s disease still campaigning for a specialist nurse
Jenny Miragaya has good and bad days. “When I’m off, I can’t walk. I can’t stand,” she said.…