24 Jul 2026

Three GPs Compete to Become the Next RACGP President

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has announced the three candidates standing for its next Presidential election. Members will vote in August, with the successful candidate taking office in November for a two-year term.

24 Jul 2026

Social Media Behind Nearly Half of AHPRA Racism Complaints

Almost half of the racism and discrimination complaints received by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) are linked to social media, prompting the regulator to update its guidance for health practitioners.

24 Jul 2026

PMOS May Raise Heart Disease Risk in Women, Study Finds

A large international study has found that women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), previously known as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), may have up to four times the risk of developing heart disease.

23 Jul 2026

TGA Strengthens Safety Advice for GLP-1 Medicines

Australians using GLP-1 medicines for type 2 diabetes or weight management are being advised to watch for sudden changes in their vision after the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) introduced updated safety information for these medicines.

23 Jul 2026

RACGP Highlights New Training and Resources for Australian GPs

The RACGP has announced a range of new education opportunities and clinical resources to help GPs strengthen their skills across addiction care, children's health, refugee healthcare and leadership development.

23 Jul 2026

Medical Students Miss Out as Prac Payment Expands to More Health Courses

The Australian Government has expanded the Commonwealth Prac Payment to students in 10 additional health professions, but medical students will not be included. The decision has prompted calls from medical organisations to extend the support to future doctors.

23 Jul 2026

Australians Turning 50 to Receive Dementia Prevention Letters

The Australian Government is sending dementia prevention letters to Australians who turned 50 between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026. The campaign encourages people to take simple steps to protect their brain health and highlights the important role of GPs in preventing dementia.

22 Jul 2026

Global Study Warns Antibiotic Resistance Is Rising in Children

Antibiotics used to treat serious infections in children are becoming less effective, according to a new international study. Researchers say growing antimicrobial resistance could make common childhood infections much harder to treat if the trend continues.

22 Jul 2026

RACGP Pushes for Practical Dementia Guidelines to Better Support GPs and Patients

Australia's peak general practice body is calling for updated dementia guidelines that are practical, well-funded and easier to implement in everyday clinical care. The RACGP says GPs need clearer referral pathways, improved access to services and stronger system support to help meet the growing demand for dementia care.

22 Jul 2026

Rural GP Highlights the Value of Becoming an RACGP Fellowship Examiner

A rural New South Wales GP says becoming an examiner for the RACGP Fellowship Clinical Competency Exam (CCE) has been a rewarding way to support future GPs while staying connected with colleagues across Australia. She believes examiners with different backgrounds help ensure the assessment reflects the diversity of general practice.