West Australian residents are being warned to be aware of the potential health risks of a deadly organism that could be lurking in their waterways.

There's a 'vanishingly small' risk to children from asbestos found in mulch around Sydney schools and parks, a prominent professor of medicine has said.

A clinical trial of a breast cancer drug has worked wonders for patient Nancy Calarco.

Victoria has been issued with a serious health alert after a locally acquired case of M-pox, formerly known as monkeypox, was detected.

South Australia recorded a massive surge in flu cases, which has sparked health concerns as children return to school for the new year.

A glass of fruit juice a day can lead to weight gain in children, a study from Canada has found.

Australia's first vaccine against highly infectious respiratory disease RSV has been given the green light for adults over 60.

A universal dental scheme has been costed at almost $12 billion a year, as the government explores expanding Medicare.

New report finds less than one in four GPs are offering bulk billing to adult patients.

Australian researchers have found a potential cure for diabetes.

A new drug-free technique is being trialled for spinal cord injuries.

Plans are underway to broaden the pool of blood donors across the country by removing the barriers for gay and bisexual men.