28 Apr 2026
60-Day Scripts Uptake Slow
Australia’s 60-day dispensing policy is seeing slower uptake than expected, with new analysis pointing to several barriers for both GPs and pharmacists.
27 Apr 2026
Concerns Rise Over AI in Medicare Monitoring
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has raised concerns about using artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor Medicare compliance, warning it could unfairly target doctors and reduce transparency.
27 Apr 2026
Doctors Lead Climate Action Milestone
Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) is celebrating 25 years of work linking climate change with human health, and advocating for a cleaner, safer environment.
28 Apr 2026
Diabetes Drug Access Dispute in Australia
A major diabetes medicine, tirzepatide (sold as Mounjaro), will not be listed on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), despite a recommendation from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC).
27 Apr 2026
Australia Launches New Vaccination Campaigns Amid Falling Rates
Australia has launched new national vaccination campaigns as COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccination rates continue to decline. However, health experts say the messaging is too general and may not be strong enough to build trust among people who are unsure about vaccines.
22 Apr 2026
Diphtheria Cases Rise Sharply in WA’s Kimberley Region
Health authorities in Western Australia are dealing with a growing outbreak of diphtheria in the Kimberley region, with case numbers rising quickly in recent months.
21 Apr 2026
Better Data Sharing Set to Improve Patient Care in Australia
Having the right patient information at the right time is key to good healthcare. A strong health system depends on something called interoperability, which means different health services can easily share patient data using the same system and language.
21 Apr 2026
Medicinal Cannabis Prescriptions Drop After Years of Growth
New data shows that prescriptions for medicinal cannabis in Australia have dropped for the first time in almost 10 years.
21 Apr 2026
ADHD Medication Rates Vary Across Australia, Raising Concerns
A recent episode of Four Corners has revealed big differences in how often adults are being prescribed ADHD medication across Australia. The report highlights concerns that some people may be getting diagnosed too easily, while others could be missing out on a diagnosis altogether.
20 Apr 2026
New GPs celebrated in Cairns Fellowship ceremony
A group of new specialist doctors have officially begun their careers as GPs after being awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners at a ceremony in Cairns, Far North Queensland.