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Archbishop’s appeal on behalf of people with Down syndrome
A Vatican diplomat in Geneva has issued a call for greater commitment to the defence of the dignity and rights of people with Down syndrome, decrying the current “discriminatory and eugenic practices” related to prenatal screening. Source: OSV News.
Mater Hospital opens $42 million palliative care centre
A $42 million state-of-the-art palliative care facility and day surgery centre has been opened at St Vincent’s Mater Hospital in Wollstonecraft. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
How crossing the road can shield brain from dementia
The simple act of crossing a road could help shield the brain from dementia and other cognitive conditions, new research that analysed brain imaging data from more than 500 people has found. Source: ACU.
Labor funds 50 new university placements to boost GP numbers
Australian universities will be able to apply for a share of 50 new government-funded medical placements, as Labor doubles down on its pledge to expand access to primary health care. Source: News.com.au.
Peak bodies call on government to stabilise hospital system
Catholic Health Australia has joined the Australian Private Hospitals Association in calling on the Albanese Government to “guarantee and legislate” a minimum private health insurer benefit-payout ratio of 90 per cent.
Private health premiums to rise at fastest rate in almost a decade
Private health insurance premiums will rise at their fastest rate in almost a decade after the Albanese Government approved a 4.41 per cent average increase from April. Source: ABC News.
Health care not luxury but a human right: Pope
Pope Leo XIV yesterday warned that modern conflicts and widening social disparities are eroding respect for human life and equal access to health care. Source: EWTN News.
Catholic sector welcomes ‘critical’ medical costs reform
Catholic Health Australia says new legislation introduced to improve the transparency of specialist doctor fees is a “critical” reform, as health costs continue to soar.
FAMs helps faithful start a family
A new initiative of the Adelaide Archdiocese and Fertility Fundamentals Inc has given Catholics in South Australia increased access to information about fertility services that are aligned to their faith. Source: The Southern Cross.