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Australian Government urged to address concerns about use of artificial intelligence in mental healthcare

Australian Government urged to address concerns about use of artificial intelligence in mental healthcare www.croakey.org/australian-g... #publichealth

No one can predict how the war with Iran will unfold | Rajan Menon and Dan DePetris The war has already become regional: Iran is attacking American-aligned Arab states in the hope that they will pressure Trump to sign a ceasefire

“War, once unleashed, can produce all manner of unintended consequences, including some that prove uncontrollable and enduring.”
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"President Trump may get lucky and find that his attacks achieve some outcomes that serve US interests. But it is hard to envision that the net result will be an improvement in US or world security."

Albanese’s decision will follow him into the history books – and define us too Anthony Albanese’s refusal to assist Australian women and children in Syrian detention camps may prove to be the defining act of his prime ministership – not for its prudence, but for what it reveals ...

Jack Waterford; Albanese’s decision will follow him into the history books – and define us too
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Grave fears for safety of children and other civilians as hostilities escalate in Middle East *** This article is being updated with further commentary and links *** With many children already paying a terrible price

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The Zap: latest health and aged care news, plus important consultations now open Wide-ranging opportunities for health reform are identified in The Zap this week, which also provides several reminders of the Inverse

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‘Insane this is legal’: Bettors make huge profits from suspiciously timed wagers on Iran war Newly created accounts made around $1 million betting on the precise timing of US strikes on Iran, prompting calls for investigation into whether prediction markets are being used to profit from war.

‘Insane this is legal’: Bettors make huge profits from suspiciously timed wagers on Iran war johnmenadue.com/post/2026/03...

Blackout Iran. When the Trump administration launched a major attack on Iran, news organizations had to navigate a shaky environment for communications—and moral clarity.

When the Trump administration launched a major attack on Iran, news organizations had to navigate a shaky environment for communications—and moral clarity.
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‘Imperialist undertones’: global south condemns US-Israeli war with Iran China calls it unacceptable to ‘kill leader of sovereign state’, while South Africa questions ‘pre-emptive’ justification

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Packer's $150,000 donation to Advance a 'worrying' sign for Liberals Liberals say billionaire James Packer's first political donation in 12 years to a conservative lobby group should be a cause for concern, saying the rise of Advance could push the party further from t...

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Albanese government rejected advice on Tasmanian salmon farming impact before passing pro-industry laws FoI documents show ministers ignored recommendation for fresh inquiry that could have reduced or paused farming

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News from NACCHO … re􀆟rement of Pat Turner AM as CEO, with deputy CEO Dr Dawn Casey PSM FAHA appointed as the new CEO.

The Zap: latest health and aged care news, plus important consultations now open

The Zap: latest health and aged care news, plus important consultations now open www.croakey.org/the-zap-late... #publichealth

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Australians urged to stand with First Nations, and against hate and racism

Australians urged to stand with First Nations, and against hate and racism www.croakey.org/australians-...

Powerful reasons to join this Walk for Truth – "a movement of people choosing to walk toward each other instead of away"

Powerful reasons to join this Walk for Truth – "a movement of people choosing to walk toward each other instead of away" www.croakey.org/powerful-rea...

Researchers call for systemic approaches to improve media coverage of climate change and related health impacts

Researchers call for systemic approaches to improve media coverage of climate change and related health impacts www.croakey.org/researchers-...

ICYMI: evaluating the social media ban, innovation in First Nations primary healthcare, journalists under fire – and events not to miss

ICYMI: evaluating the social media ban, innovation in First Nations primary healthcare, journalists under fire – and events not to miss www.croakey.org/icymi-evalua...

Grave fears for safety of children and other civilians as hostilities escalate in Middle East

Grave fears for safety of children and other civilians as hostilities escalate in Middle East www.croakey.org/grave-fears-... #publichealth

A call to South Australians: stand against racism and for First Nations health

A call to South Australians: stand against racism and for First Nations health www.croakey.org/a-call-to-so...

Pre-election interview with the First Nations Voice to Parliament, "making a difference to all South Australians"

Pre-election interview with the First Nations Voice to Parliament, "making a difference to all South Australians" www.croakey.org/pre-election...

Pacific Islands focus: women's health and work rights, COP31 – plus some good news on polio in Papua New Guinea

Pacific Islands focus: women's health and work rights, COP31 – plus some good news on polio in Papua New Guinea www.croakey.org/pacific-isla...

Stop the racism and misogyny; celebrate the culture and strength of Indigenous women athletes

Stop the racism and misogyny; celebrate the culture and strength of Indigenous women athletes www.croakey.org/stop-the-rac...

Cuts to lived experience roles put mental healthcare at risk in Victoria

Cuts to lived experience roles put mental healthcare at risk in Victoria www.croakey.org/cuts-to-live...

Human rights laws are critical for improving mental healthcare: experts

Human rights laws are critical for improving mental healthcare: experts www.croakey.org/human-rights...

When increased access to ADHD diagnosis is neither fair nor equitable

When increased access to ADHD diagnosis is neither fair nor equitable www.croakey.org/when-increas...

Civil society urged to fight Queensland Government's "political erasure" of people in prisons

Civil society urged to fight Queensland Government's "political erasure" of people in prisons www.croakey.org/civil-societ...

Anthony Albanese take note: Human rights apply to all Australians – not just those deemed to be worthy | Daniela Gavshon The political rhetoric surrounding the Australian women and children seeking to return from Syria ignores this fundamental principle

Anthony Albanese take note: human rights apply to all Australians – not just those deemed to be worthy

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Hundreds join support group in wake of claims against gynaecologist More former patients of Melbourne gynaecologist Simon Gordon have come forward to express distress over their treatment with many joining a newly-formed private support group.

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Detroit was once home to 18 Black-led hospitals – here’s how to understand their rise and fall In the early 20th century, Detroit’s Black medical professionals created a network of health care institutions in response to racial discrimination and exclusion.

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