24 Apr 2026
New campaign urges Aussies to talk to their GP about vaccines
A new national social media campaign is asking Australians to “have the jab chat” with their trusted GP if they have questions or concerns about immunisation.
24 Apr 2026
Doctors want stricter controls on baby formula ads
Australia’s main doctors’ group is asking the government to tighten the rules on infant formula marketing. The Australian Medical Association (AMA) says stronger laws are needed to match global health standards.
15 May 2026
Budget brings some wins but many gaps for general practice
This week in Canberra had a strong focus on the Federal Budget, with health groups closely watching for changes that affect general practice and the wider health system.
07 May 2026
Mother’s Day reflection highlights pressures faced by women in medical training
Ahead of Mother’s Day, AMA Victoria Private Practice Subdivision Secretary Associate Professor Vinay Rane has written a reflective column on the challenges women face during medical training and the need for system reform.
07 May 2026
AMA Calls for Legal Change to Allow Telehealth Use in Voluntary Assisted Dying Discussions
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has raised concerns that current laws are limiting access to voluntary assisted dying (VAD) services for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses, particularly in rural and regional areas.
07 May 2026
AMA Calls for Stronger Regulation of Nicotine Pouches
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has made a submission to a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) consultation calling for tighter controls on nicotine pouches.
01 May 2026
AMA President Highlights IMG Workforce, Medicare Reform and Vaccination Campaign
The Australian Medical Association President has provided a weekly update covering international medical graduates (IMGs), health regulation issues, Medicare funding concerns, and vaccination awareness.
05 May 2026
AMA Calls for Sugar Tax to Fight Rising Obesity Rates
The Australian Medical Association is urging the Federal Government to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks as part of efforts to address Australia’s growing obesity crisis.
30 Apr 2026
AMA Releases New Poster Highlighting Medicare Gap Widening
The Australian Medical Association has released a new “Gaps Poster” showing how Medicare rebates are increasingly falling behind the real cost of healthcare.
17 Apr 2026
President’s Update: Key National Health Issue
This week’s update begins with a major event at the National Press Club of Australia, where the AMA President spoke to a full audience of national decision-makers.