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    Tragic overdose: Elderly Aussie’s death sparks outcry for accountability in healthcare standards

    Unfortunately, this happens quite often not necessarily eventuating in death but often serious worsening of conditions. I can speak from experience where a doctor in a private hospital gave me twice the dose of prednisone that I should have had. He then went away for the weekend. I got quite...
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    Grandfather with dementia tragically dies after care home staff fail to follow vital instructions

    My aunt had alzheimers and was only allowed thickened liquids for this very reason. They asked me to feed her these and eventually I said no because of the choking possibility. I said to the nursing home it was their job and if anything happened I didnt' want it on my watch. They had too few...
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    Experts reveal why the Centrelink pension won't cut it for Aussies in retirement

    I am just grateful for receiving an Aged Pension. There is no money left over for frivolous items, I dont' buy chocolate or biscuits. It is very basic food for myself. Unfortunately, I have a cat with two illnesses who has to have special food, but that is my choice to keep her healthy buy...
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    'A Star is Born' icon Kris Kristofferson (88) passes away

    RIP Kris thank you for the music.
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    Australians face long wait time for GP appointments, pharmacists expand services

    I can wait up to 3 weeks to see my GP as she only works a couple of days a week and this is in the city. I am prepared to do that because she is really good.
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    Dianella flowers

    So pretty
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    The people have spoken: ALDI unveils shoppers’ 8 favourite products

    My own Aldi favourite is their light fruit cake, doesn't crumble when sliced and my neighbours also comment it is better than the other supermarkets.
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    Airlines apologise after distressing plane incident leaves passengers in pain

    I lost my hearing flying home from Melbourne many years ago on a Qantas flight. I think it had something to do with pressurisation. Had to go immediately to the hospital to see an ENT who put grommets in my ears to open them up. He said never to fly again, which I haven't.
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    Our Bella

    So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Bella, she was very cute and is happy and whole over the Rainbow Bridge. Only gone from your sight, forever in your heart.
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    Monet?

    Fascinating photography
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    Brownie

    Brownies and Girl Guides taught you lots of useful things, from first aid to lighting campfires. Those were the days.
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    Silky Waterfall

    Stunning and very tranquil, what a lovely place to do meditation.
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    A little snack

    What a magnificent photo. Well caught by the pelican and photographer.
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    Man tragically dies over fatal substance intended for someone else

    I am so sorry to hear about ABC's case. This is just my personal opinion, but I don't believe in VAD. I have numerous serious health concerns but would never consider VAD, I know a lot of people would. There seems to be needed more checks and balances in place and definite medical advice around...
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    Aged care reforms face further delays due to 'surprise' provisions

    I think the Opposition should go through the proposals with a fine tooth comb. Damm the Greens just wanting everything passed sight unseen. I don't like the sound of waiving criminal penalties for operators guilty of misconduct. That should be deleted for a start. I don't know how the changes...
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    Australians' privacy concerns soar as Meta admits to scraping public photos without consent

    I never put photos on Facebook, only post craft ideas. It is totally unsafe. And my settings are private.
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    A couple of shots of a water dragon in full pose

    Fantastic photo of a majestic dragon
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    Law firm seeks class action over heartburn medication used by millions of Aussies

    I am on Nexium, no warnings have been given to me. I have been on it long term. This is a bit scary.
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    A beautiful cheetah posing for me

    This would make a beautiful cross stitch, great photo.
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