18 Nov 2025
RACGP Raises Concerns Over Victorian Pharmacy Advertising Campaign
The RACGP has strongly criticised a new Victorian Government campaign encouraging patients to “get it at the chemist without a visit to the GP.”
14 Nov 2025
Bulk-Billing Debate Takes Centre Stage at GP25 Conference
Australia’s largest general practice conference opened in Brisbane with a direct and honest exchange between RACGP President Dr Michael Wright and Federal Health Minister Mark Butler, who faced tough questions about the Government’s bulk-billing incentives and their impact on GP practices.
16 Nov 2025
Time to Prioritise Brain Health in Midlife, Experts Say
With dementia now Australia’s leading cause of death, a GP specialising in cognitive health is calling for brain health checks to become a routine part of midlife medical care. As people live longer and risk factors accumulate, experts say early detection and prevention can no longer be overlooked.
14 Nov 2025
Pilot Program Targets Safer Medication Use in Aged Care
A new pilot study is aiming to improve the safety and effectiveness of medicines for older Australians living in aged care homes.
14 Nov 2025
Bulk-Billing Debate Takes Centre Stage as Health Minister Faces Tough Questions at GP25
The opening day of GP25 in Brisbane began with a direct and at times challenging discussion between RACGP President Dr Michael Wright and Federal Health and Aged Care Minister Mark Butler, as GPs sought clarity on the Government’s bulk-billing incentives and how they affect general practice across Australia.
14 Nov 2025
TGA Tightens Rules on Social Media Promotion of Prescription Medicines
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is taking stronger action against the rising amount of illegal social media posts promoting prescription-only medicines.
12 Nov 2025
GP25 Conference to Bring General Practitioners Together in Brisbane
The RACGP’s annual GP25 conference will be held from 14–16 November at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, on Turrbal and Jagera Country.
13 Nov 2025
Have Your Say on Digital Mental Health Tools
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is seeking input from GPs as it reviews the regulatory framework for digital mental health tools.
12 Nov 2025
GPs Key to Safe Expansion of LARC Services, Says RACGP
The RACGP has called on the Federal Government to maintain GPs at the centre of reproductive healthcare as it considers expanding access to long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs).
12 Nov 2025
ADHD Medication Poisonings Rising in Australia
Poisonings from medications used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have increased fourfold in the past decade, highlighting the role of GPs in educating families about safe use.