We’re in another COVID wave. But it’s not like the others Editors' Picks Australia is in the middle of its fifth COVID wave. It’s been slow and drawn out and the health impacts are very different to earlier waves.
Like working in outer space: inside Antarctic recruitment January 9, 2023 By Anna Macdonald Editors' Picks The government is looking for 150 people to assist in the running of its Antarctic research stations.
NSW to offer free flu jabs until end of June May 30, 2022 By Melissa Coade Federal NSW will make flu vaccinations freely available until the end of next month to address concerns about the impact of flu on the health system this winter.
Winter worries for over 65s and at-risk Aussies as health authorities recommend a fourth COVID booster March 28, 2022 By Melissa Coade Federal As the weather cools down, ATAGI recommends an extra COVID-19 vaccine booster for at-risk groups in the population.
More deaths as cold creeps into Australian homes September 28, 2021 By Melissa Coade Community & Social Housing advocates warn that the poor thermal performance of homes in South Australia is associated with more than 600 deaths each year.