Millions of Australians are in the dark about what their health insurance policies actually cover, leaving them vulnerable to unexpected medical expenses. A recent Finder survey of 1,008 respondents – 438 of whom have health insurance – revealed that 1 in 2 policyholders (50%) mistakenly believed they were covered for […]
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A series of wildfires in Los Angeles County have caused widespread devastation in California, including at least 24 deaths and the destruction of more than 12,000 homes and structures. Thousands of residents have been evacuated, and the danger isn’t over yet. Some estimates have put the cost of the damage and economic loss at […]
Spending on health goods and services soared by $13.7 billion, reaching a total of $241.3 billion, a new report shows. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) revealed the significant increase in health expenditure occurred from 2021-22 and the spike is attributed to the ongoing challenges posed by the […]