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Too many lives lost to alcohol

New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals there were 1,667 alcohol-induced deaths in 2023. Alcohol-induced causes include chronic conditions like liver cirrhosis and acute conditions such as alcohol poisoning.   Produced By: Jon King Featured In Story: Robert Taylor – Policy and Engagement Manager for the Alcohol and Drug Foundation First aired on …

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Lowering Medicare thresholds will benefit disadvantaged Australians

A professional body for general practitioners is asking the Federal government to lower the Medicare Safety Net thresholds so more Australians can get access to medical care. The Medicare Safety Net thresholds allow Australians to lower the out-of-pocket expenses while visiting a GP or a hospital, and lowering these nets, more disadvantaged Australians can have …

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New report: Australia’s social cohesion stable amid rising costs

In the Scanlan Institute report released today shows Australia’s social cohesion is stable, however under pressure from rising living costs. Report author Dr James O’Donelle about the findings. Produced By: Moemina Shukur Featured In Story: Dr James O’Donelle – Report author First aired on The Wire, Tuesday 19 November 2024