The Latest Breaking News from Canberra Hospital

Chronic illness treatment paused during worst days of lockdown - top doctors

The COVID pandemic may slowly be getting under control but other serious illnesses are surging after going untreated in the depths of the pandemic.

The number of flu cases reported so far in Canberra this year is already at a higher level than most pre-pandemic years.

"Keep our emergency departments for emergencies": ACT Health

Canberra's hospitals are struggling to fill a shortfall of nursing staff.

A man initially facing a manslaughter charge related to his partner's death is now accused of murder.

Police have seized eight devices, which are suspected to contain child abuse material, during a search of the 19-year-old's Belconnen home.

Canberra gynaecologist Omar Adham has received the all clear to continue practising by the medical watchdog. However, several of his former patients say the investigation was incomplete and are demanding answers.

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