13 May 2026
Federal Budget brings mixed response from GPs
The 2026–27 Federal Budget has included several new healthcare measures for general practice, with the RACGP welcoming some funding announcements while raising concerns about others.
13 May 2026
Federal Budget funding supports vulnerable communities and primary care services
New Federal Budget measures are supporting healthcare services for vulnerable Australians, with a focus on urgent care, aged care, and strengthening Medicare.
13 May 2026
Australia’s metastatic breast cancer data gains global attention at major conference
Australia’s approach to counting people living with metastatic breast cancer was highlighted at one of the world’s leading cancer conferences, held by the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) in Berlin.
13 May 2026
New Tasmanian Breast Care Centre opens to improve cancer services
A new $15 million Breast Care Centre at the Royal Hobart Hospital’s Liverpool Clinics has been completed and is now providing services to the Tasmanian community.
13 May 2026
Health warning issued for former dental patients in Strathfield
NSW Health is urging patients of a retired Strathfield dentist to get tested for bloodborne viruses as a precaution after concerns were raised about infection control practices
13 May 2026
Federal Budget 2026–27 focuses on health and aged care
Information from the 2026–27 Federal Budget shows ongoing reforms aimed at improving Medicare, disability, and aged care services across Australia.
13 May 2026
Regular GP care linked to fewer hospital visits for older Australians
A new Australian study has found that older people who regularly see the same GP are less likely to end up in hospital or the emergency department.
13 May 2026
New RACGP grants to support GP-led research across Australia
The Australian General Practice Research Foundation has opened its 2026 Large and General Grants round, offering $1.1 million in funding to support GP-led research aimed at improving patient care.
13 May 2026
Annual frailty checks urged for Australians over 65
Health experts are calling for all Australians aged over 65 to have yearly frailty checks, as part of a new national approach to improve care for older people.
12 May 2026
PCOS Renamed to Better Reflect the Condition
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has officially been renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) after years of international discussion and research.