08 Apr 2026
Seasonal Flu Shots Give Long-Term Immunity Against Future Strains
A new study from the Doherty Institute shows that getting the annual flu vaccine can provide protection not just for the current season but also against some future influenza strains.
08 Apr 2026
GPs Wanted: Share Your Views in the Health of the Nation Survey
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is inviting GPs across Australia to share their views in the 2026 Health of the Nation survey.
08 Apr 2026
Australia Launches First Clinical Guideline for Youth Acute Mental Health
For the first time in Australia, new clinical guidelines have been released to help GPs and other healthcare providers manage young people experiencing mental health crises.
07 Apr 2026
RACGP Flags Lessons from UK Referral Rule for Australia
The RACGP is warning Australia to learn from changes in the United Kingdom, where new NHS rules now force GPs to seek advice before referring patients to hospital specialists.
07 Apr 2026
NT GPs Consulted on Pharmacy Prescribing Expansion
The Northern Territory Government is consulting local GPs as it moves forward with plans to expand pharmacy prescribing.
07 Apr 2026
NSW Expands Needle-Free Flu Vaccine for Kid
Families in New South Wales can now access a needle-free flu vaccine for young children, as the rollout of the nasal spray continues across Australia.
06 Apr 2026
Life as a Rural GP: A Rewarding Journey in Western Australia
Working as a doctor in rural Australia can be challenging, but for Dr Bianca Howard and Dr Luke Davies, it’s also incredibly rewarding. The couple now live and work in Broome, Western Australia, about 1,800 km from Darwin and 2,200 km from Perth.
06 Apr 2026
Australia Launches Medical Injection Pen Recycling Trial
Patients in Sydney will soon be able to recycle their used medical injection pens instead of throwing them in the rubbish.
06 Apr 2026
Health Minister Supports MPs Pressuring GPs to Bulk Bill
Federal Health Minister Mark Butler has backed local MPs who are writing to general practices, encouraging them to bulk bill all patients.
02 Apr 2026
RACGP Boosts Flu Vaccination Push and GP Support Initiatives
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is ramping up its flu vaccination campaign, encouraging Australians to book their shots through local GP clinics as influenza cases rise.