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Star ratings review: Doctors demand rule change as system misses target
15+ hour, 1+ min ago (637+ words) With older Australians struggling to afford nutritious food while living on the age pension, doctors have called on the Albanese government to force reluctant manufacturers to adopt the Health Star Rating system. "Health Star Ratings give older Australians a straightforward…...
The major political fight brewing over your private health insurance
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (539+ words) Controversial legislation to slash the rebate for over 65s private health insurance is not yet set in stone, and will soon be voted in parliament. The Senior has been inundated with complaints about the proposal which seeks to cut private health…...
Health wins and fails for Boomers in the Federal Budget 2026 | The Senior | Senior
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (506+ words) From NDIS cuts to a $25 billion public hospital investment, read our full breakdown of what the 2025 federal budget means for your health....
Your health wish list: 4 major changes experts want in the May budget
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (719+ words) Produced by Eleven Labs and ACM using AI narration. 1. Cheaper dental care A Seniors Dental Benefits Scheme to subsidise routine dental treatment for eligible older Australians, helping tackle a major gap in Medicare. 2. Longer GP appointments covered Medicare reform to…...