The Latest Breaking News from Canberra Health Services

Staff scream, kick doors, throw objects in ACT cardiology department

Workers in the department reported there was a lack of respect displayed by some doctors in the department.

The Canberra Times · Jun 4, 2022

Jail inmates allowed to bunk with COVID positive cases, 55 infected

Around 160 detainees were believed to have been exposed to a COVID positive inmate.

The Canberra Times · May 24, 2022

Canberra cancer clinic slowed, 150 healthcare staff furloughed due to COVID-19

Around eleven elective surgeries were being postponed each day.

The Canberra Times · May 24, 2022

Frontline health workers still need to be vaccinated despite mandate being dropped

The COVID-19 vaccine requirement for workers in the territory's public health system will extend beyond the current mandate.

The Canberra Times · May 4, 2022

ACT government to hold inquiry into conditions at Dhulwa

The inquiry will investigate and review legislative, clinical and governance policies at the facility.

The Canberra Times · May 1, 2022

Health authorities look to recruit new staff as AIS vaccine clinic future considered

The role of ACT government-led mass vaccination hubs is also under review as staff are needed in acute services.

The Canberra Times · Apr 28, 2022

Molonglo Valley health centre to provide access to free care

The centre features six consulting rooms and will be operated by registered nurses and midwives.

The Canberra Times · Apr 28, 2022

Canberra health system facing 'perfect storm'

More patients are being admitted to Canberra hospitals who are sicker and require a longer hospitalisation.

The Canberra Times · Apr 23, 2022

Garran surge centre's COVID-19 clinic reduces hours

Further changes to opening hours are also likely, Canberra Health Services flagged.

The Canberra Times · Apr 20, 2022

'Sent into the killing fields': WorkSafe notices issued to Dhulwa as more than 100 assaults reported

The nurses union has repeated calls for an inquiry into Dhulwa.

The Canberra Times · Apr 19, 2022