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Liberals concerned by long outpatient wait times

The Canberra Liberals claim that thousands of outpatients in the ACT are waiting far longer for treatment than clinically recommended.

Health, not weight, the focus for Casey Donovan in 2023

Hitting the spotlight at a young age can be difficult for anyone, but to have your body scrutinised by millions of people on top of it can be agonising. It is a pain Australian Idol 2004 winner, Casey Donovan, knows all too well, taking out the singing competition at just 16.

ACT Health: Look after yourself this holiday season

ACT Health encourages Canberrans to take some time for their mental health and wellbeing this holiday season after another challenging year.

Genomics key to Indigenous health equality: ANU expert

First Nations Australians must be given access to the power and potential of genomics and the health benefits it delivers, a leading health researcher from The Australian National University (ANU) says.

ACT mixed results for ED waiting times and elective surgeries

The ACT has the longest emergency department wait times once more, but it also had its second highest year of elective surgeries.

Wellbeing: what do you do for fun?

Am I imagining it, or did we have an easier, more natural relationship with fun in years past?

10 minutes of aerobic exercise with exposure therapy reduces PTSD symptoms: study

A short burst of aerobic exercise is believed to promote a molecule in the brain that is crucial for learning to feel safe.

Liberals call for Men’s Health Plan

Canberra Liberals MLA Leanne Castley will call on the ACT Government to develop a Men’s Health Plan (2023-2033).

Digital Health Record rolls out across the ACT

The ACT public health system’s new Digital Health Record rolled out across all ACT public health services this week.

How to make a healthy Halloween fruit platter

While there is room in every diet for sweets in moderation, you can still keep your spooky spirits up with nutritious Halloween treats the whole family will love. Boo-nana ghosts 6 bananas60g dark chocolate,...

The healing power of herbal teas

Infusing herbs in hot water extracts not only delicious aromas but also a great deal of the healing properties of the plant used. It’s likely you have some herbal teas in your...

Magic Glasses a cheap weapon against intestinal worms  

ANU's innovative health education program could reduce the prevalence of intestinal worms at very little cost.

Inspired Life Collective invites you to boost your wellbeing

Alternative therapy hub, Inspired Life Collective, offers healing from the impacts of trauma and day-to-day life, challenging you to not accept a sub-optimal level of wellness as ‘just the way it is’. EFT...

ACT’s Digital Health Record goes live in two months

Staff from across the ACT’s public health system attended a “go live readiness assessment” for the new Digital Health Record (DHR) system.

Walk-in Centres now treat children aged one year and older

Canberra’s nurse-led Walk-in Centres can now treat children aged one year and older for minor injuries and illnesses.

Sport, sleep or screens: app reveals ‘just right’ day for kids

Not too sport heavy, not too sleep-deprived – finding the ‘just right’ balance in a child’s busy day can be a challenge and a world-first app could provide a much-needed solution. Developed by...

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