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02 June 2026
Cairns to become world leader in venom treatment
Cairns is set to become the world’s venom capital, launching a groundbreaking Toxicology Centre of Excellence to tackle the planet’s deadliest creatures - from box jellyfish to taipans.
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29 May 2026
‘Bring on the pavlova’: Teen’s excitement after outgrowing lifelong egg allergy
After 13 years of violent reactions to eggs, Atherton teen Lincoln Warburton is on the verge of finally tasting the holy grail of Aussie desserts - a pavlova - thanks to hospital allergy challenges confirming he may have outgrown his allergy.
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10 April 2026
FNQ seasonal tourism influx increases flu risk
With tourists flooding in, now’s the time to get your free flu jab.
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29 August 2025
From dream vacation to near-death nightmare: American tourist’s miraculous recovery in ICU
American tourist Leslie Kent, who collapsed from a life-threatening infection during her dream Australian vacation, credits the dedicated Cairns Hospital ICU team for saving her life after weeks on life support.
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