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Health insurance dies with you in technical loophole
Private health insurers can legally avoid ambulance bills because corpses are not considered patients, a loophole that left a grieving widow shocked. News...
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Patients at risk from 'toxic' mental health service, clinicians warn
Psychiatrist Dr Sarah Dahlenburg was so worried about her region's mental health service she warned her bosses. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC...
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WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over
The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - H...
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World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bus...
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Venezuela's earthquake-hit hospitals pushed to the brink as disease risk grows
A week after earthquakes tore through northern Venezuela, hospitals in La Guaira are buckling under the weight of the disaster – and the risk of disease o...
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Taking the world’s temperature: WHO chief spotlights global health emergencies
The hantavirus global outbreak is officially over, Ebola outbreaks are growing in Africa and responders are helping recovery efforts in quake-hit Venezuel...
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How to deal with excessive sweating
How to deal with excessive sweating Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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The US healthcare system is in crisis. A Supreme Court ruling could make things worse
The effects of the high court ruling that could lead to mass deportations will be felt across hospitals and emergency rooms, which already operate under p...
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Race Across the World winner's car smashed into and laptop stolen before kids' mental health talk
Alfie Watts describes "enormous frustration" after the theft the night before a Welsh schools tour. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Hospital fire in northern Germany kills two, injures dozens
A fire at a hospital in the northern German town of Ludwigslust has killed two people and injured dozens of others. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Hospital fire in northern Germany kills two
A fire at a hospital in the northern German town of Ludwigslust has killed two people and injured dozens of others. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Melbourne stabbing: teenagers arrested after boy left outside Craigieburn hospital dies
Fifteen-year-old unable to be saved after being left outside Craigieburn Community hospital Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our...
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Police investigate death of teenage boy found outside Melbourne hospital
The boy was found by emergency services workers with serious injuries outside a medical centre in Craigieburn, but died at the scene. Newsiline summarises...
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Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for...
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Infants now eligible for free meningococcal B vaccine in Tasmania
Vaccinations for the rare but potentially deadly meningococcal B disease are now free for all Tasmanian infants for the next four years. Newsiline summari...
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Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog
Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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'Normal birth drive' criticism removed from maternity report, expert claims
Dr Bill Kirkup says he resigned from a government-commissioned review into NHS maternity services over the omission. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Woman raises awareness of farmers' mental health after husband's death
Leanne Staniforth says her husband, John, suffered in silence before his death by suicide. Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Australia and li...
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Three-year-old rescued and taken to hospital six days after Venezuela quake
Video footage shows rescuers cheering as the child is pulled from rubble in La Guaira state. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Patient tests negative after Ebola alert at Glasgow hospital
Precautionary measures were taken after the patient was admitted to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Aid workers warn of infectious diseases, overwhelmed hospitals after Venezuela earthquakes
The healthcare system, already strained by years of underinvestment, is under extreme pressure. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlin...
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Patient tested for suspected Ebola virus at Glasgow hospital
It is understood a patient was admitted to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital during the early hours of Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Final warning for failing health board after nine years of special measures
The Welsh government says it will take a more direct role in improving Wales’ largest health board. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Draining your lymphatic system
Draining your lymphatic system Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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How to treat bloodshot eyes
How to treat bloodshot eyes Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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New WHO plan urges stronger action against fungal disease
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published new guidance to help countries confront the rising burden of fungal disease and antifungal resistance -...
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Venezuela quake: Key services crippled and health workers missing
Search and rescue operations continued in Venezuela on Tuesday as thousands of displaced survivors struggled to find shelter and humanitarians issued an a...
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Amos: There needs to be a 'set of standards' for care
Review chair Baroness Valerie Amos recommends changes to overhaul the NHS maternity care system. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health a...
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Report chair recommends maternity and neonatal commissioner
Baroness Amos is leading the government-commissioned review into maternity and neonatal care in the UK. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - H...
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Five tonnes of antibiotics used to combat disease in salmon
More than five tonnes of antibiotics were used to treat a disease that killed 9,000 tonnes of fish last summer, Salmon Tasmania says. Newsiline summarises...
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'Kick in the guts': NT veterans join calls for health funding cap removal
The federal government wants to cap access to physical and mental health supports to $5,000 a year for injured war veterans, but there are growing concern...
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Most Australians have never heard of this medicine-safety program
A little black triangle on medicine information leaflets is meant to make it easier to report adverse effects of new medications. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Concerns hospital giant could 'cherrypick' private patients from public hospital
A trial to ease pressure on a public emergency department has raised concerns a multi-million-dollar company is getting a special deal. Newsiline summaris...
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Maddy Cusack kept mental health secret over fears of stigma, inquest hears
The former Sheffield United player had feared being ridiculed and stigmatised, her inquest hears. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Sto...
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About 3 million people have dropped Obamacare health coverage after subsidies expire and costs rise
The Department of Health and Human Services suggests the 13% drop is due to a federal crackdown on fraudulent enrollmentut, but health analysts believe it...
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'I'll be in hospitality' - Stokes rules out Ashes comeback
Ben Stokes rules out reversing his decision to retire from international cricket in time for next summer's Ashes following England's series defeat by New...