16 Apr 2026
National Pain Alliance Calls for Chronic Pain to Be a National Health Priority
A new group, the National Pain Alliance, has launched in Australia and is calling for chronic pain to be recognised as a national health priority.
15 Apr 2026
Record GP Training Places Confirmed for 2027
The Federal Government has confirmed thousands of training places for doctors starting specialist general practice training in 2027 through the Australian General Practice Training Program.
15 Apr 2026
WA Introduces Needle-Free Flu Vaccine for Children
Western Australia has started a new flu vaccination program for children using a needle-free nasal spray vaccine, and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has supported the move.
15 Apr 2026
Easier Access to Contraception Raises Safety Concerns
The New South Wales Government has announced a plan to let pharmacists prescribe contraceptives without a GP visit. But the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners says the move could affect patient safety.
15 Apr 2026
Asthma Care Plans Key to Keeping Kids Out of Hospital, Study Finds
A new study from Queensland University of Technology shows that strong asthma management plans are essential for children, especially as winter approaches. Experts from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners say GPs should make sure young patients have proper plans in place.
14 Apr 2026
TGA Warns Against Unapproved Peptide Products Over Safety Risks
Australians are being urged to be cautious about unapproved peptide products being promoted online, with regulators warning of serious health and safety risks.
14 Apr 2026
Whooping Cough Risk in Older Australians: ATAGI Raises Concern
Older Australians are being warned about rising whooping cough (pertussis) cases, with health experts saying vaccination rates in at-risk groups are too low.
14 Apr 2026
SA GPs and Health Leaders Team Up to Boost Flu Vaccination
Health leaders in South Australia are working together to encourage more people to get their flu shot ahead of the winter season.
13 Apr 2026
Bulk Billing Growing Faster in Rural and Remote Areas, New Data Shows
A report by online directory Cleanbill shows that more clinics are choosing to fully bulk bill patients, with the biggest rise seen in regional and remote areas where government incentives are higher.
11 Apr 2026
Get Ready for Winter Illness Season in Tasmania
Tasmanians are being urged to get prepared early as respiratory illnesses like the flu, RSV and COVID-19 are expected to rise during the colder months.