Latest Public Health News

BTC Health reports a slight statutory loss in HY26 amid a 7% revenue dip, offset by strong growth in its cardio segment driven by key hospital contracts.

nib Group has announced a 5.47% average increase in health insurance premiums for 2026, citing rising hospital costs and increased claims. The insurer highlights efforts to ease out-of-pocket expenses and support chronic illness management amid sector-wide pressures.

TruScreen has been confirmed as a superior primary cervical cancer screening device in the world’s largest opto-electronic study, outperforming traditional cytology and matching HPV testing accuracy.

CSL Limited announces the retirement of CEO Dr Paul McKenzie, with veteran executive Gordon Naylor appointed as interim CEO and Managing Director. The leadership change marks a new chapter for the biotech giant amid ongoing strategic transformation.

A single diagnostics update sparked a breakout week, while a handful of biotech names sold off hard despite busy newsflow. Capital raisings, takeover steps and US market pushes kept healthcare in motion heading into mid-February milestones.

Atomo Diagnostics has landed a significant $630,000 order to supply HIV self-tests for a federally funded Australian health initiative, reinforcing its role in expanding accessible testing.

Island Pharmaceuticals has raised $9 million to advance its antiviral drug Galidesivir through the FDA’s Animal Rule pathway, targeting inclusion in the US Strategic National Stockpile for biodefense viruses.

Memphasys Limited secures significant repeat orders from Hamad Medical Corporation, marking a pivotal expansion of its Felix™ system across the MENA region.

Unith Ltd reports a 17% rise in quarterly cash receipts alongside strategic funding and new technology launches, signalling momentum in its AI-driven digital human platform.

Bio-Gene Technology Limited reports strong progress in advancing its Flavocide® and Qcide® insecticidal platforms, backed by US Department of Defense funding and key organic certification in the US.

Atomo Diagnostics reported a robust 121% quarter-on-quarter revenue increase to $1.5 million, driven by new orders for its FebriDx Pascal and HIV Self-Test products. The company also secured a global licensing deal for a novel liver function test and expanded manufacturing capacity to support growing demand.

Bioxyne Limited has posted a record $17.2 million in quarterly revenue for Q2 FY26, driven by strong growth in its cannabis and psychedelics segments alongside strategic international expansions.