10 Aug 2026
New Prostate Cancer Guideline Puts Greater Focus on Early Detection
Australia’s updated prostate cancer guideline is placing greater focus on identifying clinically significant cancer early, while supporting active surveillance for men with lower-risk disease.
10 Aug 2026
ACT Authorities Seize Large Quantities of Illegal Tobacco and Vaping Products
A coordinated enforcement operation in the Australian Capital Territory has resulted in the seizure of thousands of illegal vaping products and large quantities of illicit tobacco.
10 Aug 2026
Free Vaccination Clinics Coming to Wollondilly and Warragamba
Residents in Wollondilly and Warragamba can access free local vaccination clinics to help keep their immunisations up to date.
10 Aug 2026
More Australians Are Accessing Bulk-Billed GP Care
More Australians are now receiving GP care without an out-of-pocket fee, with the national bulk-billing rate reaching 84.1% in the June quarter. The latest figures show bulk billing has increased across every state and territory compared with the same period last year.e Australians Are Accessing Bulk-Billed GP Care
07 Aug 2026
Tasmania launches new three-year plan to strengthen child safety across healthcare
The Tasmanian Department of Health has released a new three-year action plan aimed at improving child safety and wellbeing across the state's health system.
07 Aug 2026
NSW General Practice Priorities Presented to State Leaders
New South Wales general practitioners have used a meeting with state MPs to highlight the changes they believe will improve patient care and strengthen primary healthcare.
07 Aug 2026
Better GP funding needed to improve healthcare for people without stable housing
Australians without secure housing often face greater health challenges but have fewer opportunities to access regular medical care. During Homelessness Week (3–9 August), the RACGP is urging governments to strengthen support for general practice so GPs can provide the time, resources and coordinated care these patients need.
07 Aug 2026
Mental Health Nurse Service welcomes new providers across South Western Sydney
People accessing the Credentialed Mental Health Nurse Service (CMHNS) in South Western Sydney will continue to receive the same care, with two organisations taking over service delivery from 1 August.
07 Aug 2026
From personal loss to national leadership: Henry Brodaty's lifelong commitment to dementia care
A family experience with Alzheimer's disease inspired Professor Henry Brodaty to dedicate his career to improving dementia care in Australia.
06 Aug 2026
Pharmacy Care Program Expands as Victoria Marks 100,000 Patient Visits
More Victorians are choosing their local pharmacy for everyday healthcare, with the state's Chemist Care Now program reaching more than 100,000 patient consultations since it was introduced.