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Headlines on health

Headlines on health

By: SBS
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 Follow the latest news about health and wellness, with this collection of reports and interviews from the SBS News team. Hear the story behind the headline.Copyright 2025, Special Broadcasting Services Hygiene & Healthy Living Physical Illness & Disease Politics & Government
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  • Advocates cheer decision to make showers free for home-based aged care

    Advocates cheer decision to make showers free for home-based aged care
    Apr 23 2026
    The lion's share of attention this week has been on the National Disability Insurance Scheme, with the federal government announcing cuts that it's estimated will see tens of thousands removed from the scheme. But there have also been developments in aged care too- the federal government has now reversed its policy on the funding for showering after a mass of complaints from residents, families, and advocates.
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    5 mins
  • "Difficult, unavoidable": NDIS overhaul aims to reduce participation and target fraudulent providers

    "Difficult, unavoidable": NDIS overhaul aims to reduce participation and target fraudulent providers
    Apr 22 2026
    The federal government has announced a major overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme in efforts to cut down fraud and spending in the $50 billion program. Welcoming some aspects of the reform, disability advocates say there must be further clarity around cuts to support and eligibility, with fears that those in need will lose access to vital supports.
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    8 mins
  • Free RSV vaccinations for older Australians

    Free RSV vaccinations for older Australians
    Apr 20 2026
    The Federal Government has announced free R-S-V vaccinations for older Australians, in a push to better protect those most at risk from the potentially deadly respiratory virus. The $445 million dollar investment means Australians aged 75 and over - and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60 and over - will be able to access the immunisation for free from mid May, saving them as much as $300 dollars per vaccination.
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    6 mins
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