by Sarah Pawson | Aug 22, 2024 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture, News
The Fred Hollows Foundation is hosting its annual fundraising event, Fred’s Big Run this August, with the hope of raising money to restore sight and transform lives. Participants of Fred’s Big Run have to run or walk 100 kilometres over August. Kirsten Hall, 19,...
by Serena Cremen Farrington | Aug 19, 2024 | Arts/Lifestyle/Culture
A Gerringong-based non-profit organization has launched an initiative to combat loneliness and promote the well-being of senior citizens through a combination of cognitive, physical, and social activities. Active Mindsteps, founded by Dr. Christa Wood, aims to help...
by Hayley Prenter | Jun 10, 2024 | Feature, News
Australian women have reported feeling abandoned and shamed by the health care system, with two thirds of women citing experiences of health care related gender bias or discrimination. The #EndGenderBias survey, conducted by the National Women’s Health Advisory...
by Clemency McRae | May 8, 2024 | News
Following a decline in bulk billing in Australia’s Medicare system, the Albanese government has found success with new incentives aimed at supporting healthcare affordability. The new financial rewards for General Practitioners (GP) who bulk bill, as well as the $6.1...
by Hayley Prenter | Apr 8, 2024 | News
The number of people living with dementia in Australia is expected to surge 94 per cent in the next 30 years. Dementia Australia estimates more than 421,000 people are currently living with dementia. Without a medical breakthrough, it is projected this figure will...
