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
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
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.
12 May 2026
RACGP warns NT pharmacy prescribing expansion could risk patient safety
A major change to healthcare in the Northern Territory has drawn strong criticism from general practitioners, who say an expanded pharmacy prescribing program could put patient safety at risk.
11 May 2026
Victoria Expands Free Meningococcal B Vaccines for Year 10 Students
Victorian Year 10 students will soon be able to receive free meningococcal B vaccines under a new $9 million State Government program.
11 May 2026
NSW GP-Politician Criticises Pharmacy Contraception Prescribing
A New South Wales GP-turned-politician has criticised state governments for allowing pharmacists to start prescriptions for the contraceptive pill, warning it could affect patient safety and quality of care.
11 May 2026
TGA Warns Over Rising Use of Unapproved Peptides Among Young Australians
Australia’s medicines watchdog is warning people about the growing use of illegal and unapproved peptides, as experts say many GPs are not fully prepared to deal with the trend.
08 May 2026
Federal funding for cohealth comes with conditions but details remain unclear
A $1.5 million Federal Government funding package has been announced for Victoria’s cohealth clinics, aimed at helping keep services running and supporting long-term sustainability.