Health & Wellbeing

12 April 2026

Comp review raises alarms

Workers could be left without crucial mental health support if access to compensation for psychological injuries is tightened, advocates warn, as the State Government launches a major review of Queensland’s industrial relations and workers’ compensat...

12 April 2026

Trauma tops Qld emergencies

Queenslanders are being urged to prioritise basic first aid skills and quick decision-making, as new data reveals the most common emergencies impacting health and wellbeing across the state. Figures released by LifeFlight show trauma-related incident...

4 April 2026

Shrinkflation hits Easter chocolates

Australians may be paying more for less this Easter, with new research revealing popular chocolate treats and seasonal favourites have continued to shrink while prices climb. Consumer group CHOICE has found a range of Cadbury Easter eggs have decreas...

29 March 2026

New menopause clinic for locals

A new menopause clinic has opened at Beachmere Health Centre, offering specialised support for women experiencing the often challenging symptoms of menopause. The clinic is now accepting appointments with experienced Nurse Practitioners James Denton ...

28 March 2026

Parents urged to talk to boys

Parents and carers are being urged to have regular, open conversations with boys and young men about harmful messages circulating online in communities known as the “manosphere”. Australia’s eSafety Commissioner has released an Online Safety Advisory...

28 March 2026

Rural boost

Rural communities are set to benefit from a major shift in national health funding, with a new agreement introducing targeted measures to address long-standing gaps in regional healthcare. The newly announced 2026–2031 National Health Reform Agreemen...

20 March 2026

Free mine lung disease testing in Kilcoy

Queensland’s mining safety regulator is bringing the HEART5 Mobile Health Unit to Gympie and Kilcoy for the first time, offering free lung checks to former and retired mine and quarry workers. Resources Safety and Health Queensland’s (RSHQ’s) Health ...

20 March 2026

A new 3D bite on dentures

Patients needing dentures now have access to a more comfortable and precise option, with 3D digital denture technology now available at Morayfield Dental Studio. The clinic is offering 3D digital dentures, a modern approach that replaces traditional ...

19 March 2026

Sleep tight and remember right

By CPAP Australia Most people believe memory is formed while they are awake, studying, working or learning new skills. While that is partly true, the most important part of the process actually happens after you fall asleep. Sleep is when your brain ...