The Latest Breaking News from AIHW

In such a rich country, it is shameful how many Australians on jobseeker are dying in desperate poverty

Lifting the abysmally low jobseeker rate to the poverty line would save thousands of lives

The Guardian - AU · Sep 16

'Cherrypicking': doubt over Labor's chosen smoking data

A survey that claims to show smoking rates declining, despite an explosion in black market tobacco, may have understated the true figure.

AAP · Sep 11

First national data on pregnancy loss reveals info gaps

Australia's first national data on pregnancy loss has revealed three in 10 who gave birth had experienced one miscarriage, but the results reveal clear gaps.

AAP · Jul 28

Bed block data a national concern as figures climb and patients wait longer

NSW Health Minister confirms that the Hunter and Shoalhaven health districts have had "the highest numbers of people" affected by the issue

Newcastle Herald · Jul 12

Life expectancy rises along with rates of dementia death and mental illness

Institute of health releases 20th biennial national report card

Newcastle Herald · Jul 8

Australians with cancer are living longer but diagnosis rates on the rise for younger people, report reveals

Flagship health report also shows vaccine rates for children are falling, prompting concern from experts

The Guardian - AU · Jul 8

As Aussie waistlines expand, so do treatment costs

Most adult Australians are actually overweight or obese and that number is rising, research shows, with the problem taking a growing toll on health systems.

AAP · Jun 23

Homelessness system buckling under pressure of demand

Homelessness services are experiencing a surge in people needing help, with a marked increase in women and their children reaching out for support.

AAP · Dec 3, 2025

‘Food deserts’ found even in areas with supermarkets nearby – new study

Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables is key to staying healthy and avoiding diseases such as heart disease and stroke. But it’s often easier said than done.

The Conversation · Nov 6, 2025

Homeless deaths an indictment on support systems

Australians experiencing homelessness are more likely to die from overdose, suicide or coronary heart disease, with potentially nine avoidable deaths every day.

AAP · Oct 21, 2025