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Global guidelines needed to address inequities in endometriosis care

15 October 2026
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New visual tests to help diagnose common forms of dementia

14 October 2026
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Cervical cancer blood biomarkers could improve early detection

13 October 2026
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Can we improve how central lines are used by hospitals? A new trial seeks answers

12 October 2026
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Analysis

Queensland is leading Australia’s fight against illicit tobacco. Should other states follow suit?

8 October 2026
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Politicians underestimate public support for climate change action

8 October 2026
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Hay fever can strike even when grass pollen concentrations are low

6 October 2026
A young girl covers the side of her face while sitting in a dentist's chair.

Preventable dental disease sending children to emergency

1 October 2026
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Analysis

How smoking makes Australians poorer – and what we can do about it

29 September 2026
A researcher wearing a lab coat and face shield pulls cells from liquid hydrogen.

Manufacturing a lab-grown solution for complex blood needs

29 September 2026