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The 'Optus hacker' claims they've deleted the data. Here's what experts want you to know

Shortly after Australian telecommunications company Optus announced the identity data of millions of customers had been stolen, a person claiming to be the hacker announced they would delete the data for US$1 million.

The Conversation

More GP funding needed for nation's health

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is urging government to boost funding to secure the future of general practice care.

AAP

Optus data breach fresh reminder of barriers facing West Australian fraud victims, as government admits its own breach

The WA government says it's looking at all options to safeguard the identities of West Australians, after concerns were raised they have been left uniquely vulnerable by last week's cyber attack on Optus.

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White House hunger strategy widens free school meals, food stamps

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration outlined a national strategy Tuesday of executive actions and legislative priorities it says will combat hunger and address diet-related conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and various cancers that plague millions of Americans.

Tribune News Service

Millions of Americans will save on Medicare fees next year

For the first time in a decade, Americans will pay less next year on monthly premiums for Medicare’s Part B plan, which covers routine doctors’ visits and other outpatient care

The Independent UK

Banks, regulators to stem Optus fallout

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed financial regulators, banks and government agencies are stepping up data privacy protections following the Optus hack.

AAP

Federal judge rules in favor of experimental Georgia Medicaid program

U.S. District Judge Lisa Godbey Wood ruled August 19 in favor of Georgia after the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rescinded a Medicaid waiver for the state’s Pathways to Coverage program. Georgia brought the lawsuit after CMS under the Trump administration approved the state’s Section 1115 application for…

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Child’s play? Damning verdict on ‘trivial’ Optus hack

Optus is under fire for lacklustre cyber security and failing to disclose key details about the hack to consumers.

The New Daily

Optus data breach: Australians will be able to change their driver’s licence with telco to pay

Federal opposition wants commonwealth to allow people to get new passports for free too – and quickly

The Guardian - AU

Why the White House wants to put nutrition labels on the front of food packages

The Biden administration unveiled its plan to end hunger and diet-related diseases in eight years — 40 pages of ideas to make nutritious food easier to get in America.

WEKU

White House hunger strategy widens free school meals, food stamps - Roll Call

The White House strategy to eliminate hunger would widen the availability of free school meals and expand eligibility for food stamps.

Roll Call

‘Deepest apology’: Alleged Optus hacker claims stolen data has been deleted

The purported hackers who stole personal information almost 10 million Optus customers have apologised and claim to have deleted the data.

The New Daily

Purported Optus hacker releases 10,000 records including email addresses from defence and prime minister’s office

Optus CEO says federal police are ‘all over’ post with ultimatum demanding $1m within four days after massive data breach

The Guardian - AU

Doctor warns failures in outdated Medicare bulk-billing system risk tipping health system over edge

A Melbourne GP warns quality healthcare could soon be reserved for the rich with the poor and vulnerable left in Australia's clogged hospital waiting rooms.

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DOJ's reproductive rights group is watching for state changes that violate federal law

The Justice Department is leading an effort to monitor changes in state law after the Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to abortion.

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Clearing pollution helps clear the fog of aging — and may cut the risk of dementia

During the past decade, a growing body of research has shown that air pollution harms older adults’ brains, contributing to cognitive decline and dementia. What hasn’t been clear is whether improving air quality would benefit brain health.

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GP shortage sees regional and rural medical practices close doors and cutting services in WA

Regional WA health clinics are struggling to attract doctors and the "chronic shortage" of GPs is impacting patient care and rural communities.

The Guardian - US

Biden declared victory over big pharma – but is it enough to sway senior voters?

The Inflation Reduction Act aims to reduce the cost of drugs, but the law’s limitations may not help the Democrats in the midterms

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Conservatives’ ire over stopgap spending presages budget wars to come

WASHINGTON — Rising GOP pushback against a short-term stopgap funding bill into December that would pave the way for a lame-duck omnibus package is at minimum a political headache for party leaders, and at worst points to market-rattling brinkmanship around fiscal deadlines next year.

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Conservatives' ire over stopgap spending presages budget wars to come - Roll Call

GOP pushback against a stopgap funding bill is a political headache for party leaders, and could point to fiscal brinkmanship next year.

ABC News

As bulk-billing doctors become harder to find, these rural Tasmanians are being priced out of medical care

Sam Black says the sudden loss of bulk-billing at her local medical centre is a "big hit for a rural community", and means she can't afford to see a doctor.

WEKU

Legal fights and loopholes could blunt Medicare's new power to control drug prices

The Inflation Reduction Act gives Medicare historic new powers to limit prescription drug prices. But the pharmaceutical industry is already lobbying to dull their impact.

ABC News

ACEM president-elect Stephen Gourley calls for urgent reform of healthcare funding models

Australasian College of Emergency Medicine president-elect Stephen Gourley says a complete rethink of the way health services are funded is needed to address the sector's crisis.

The Independent UK

4 non-investment questions to ask an adviser before retiring

Using a financial adviser for your investment needs is 100% on brand, but what about all the other parts of your retirement life

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While inflation takes a toll on seniors, billions of dollars in benefits go unused

Millions of older adults are having trouble making ends meet, especially during these inflationary times. Yet many don’t realize help is available, and some notable programs that offer financial assistance are underused.

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