Doctors group welcomes GP tax verdict
The Australian Medical Association welcomed a verdict on payroll tax for GPs, fearing bulk billing was at risk as some clinics faced multimillion-dollar bills.
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Rural people more likely to die on roads
A review of 2.5 million head trauma patients shows rural people are more likely to suffer severe injuries in road crashes than their urban counterparts.
Hospital delivers babies closure blow
One of the largest hospitals in a regional Victorian city has announced it is likely to close its maternity service in March.
Qld to tackle limited abortion access
Queensland's government is looking to expand access to abortion, with many in the state's regions having to travel to Brisbane for a surgical termination.
Patient registry for genetic disorder
Australia is set to launch the world's first patient registry for Haemochromatosis, a genetic disorder where the body absorbs dangerous levels of iron.
Qld opposition backs 50-50 health funding
The Queensland Liberal National Party says a 50-50 split on hospital funding with federal government "would be ideal" but capacity issues must also be fixed.
Cost of living central in budget: Morrison
With the federal budget less than a week away, Prime Minister Scott Morrison says cost of living pressures will be a key priority.