04 Mar 2026
Fake GLP-1 Weight-Loss Products Are Still a Danger
The TGA is reminding Australians to be careful with weight-loss products that claim to contain GLP-1 drugs.
04 Mar 2026
Melbourne Researchers Develop Rapid Test for Multiple STIs
Researchers in Melbourne have created a portable test that can detect four common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in under an hour.
04 Mar 2026
No Plans to Show GP Fees on Medical Costs Website
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) says it won’t include individual GP fees on the Medical Costs Finder website, despite new laws mentioning general practice.
03 Mar 2026
GPs Take Patient Rebate Demands to Canberra
GPs have headed to Canberra for the RACGP’s annual GPs@Parliament event, calling for an urgent rise in patient Medicare rebates to make healthcare more affordable.
03 Mar 2026
Recognises Refugee and Migrant Health Expertise
RACGP Fellows can now gain Recognition of Extended Skills (RES) in migrant, refugee and asylum seeker health.
03 Mar 2026
PBS Makes Immunotherapy Cheaper and Easier to Access
From 1 March, Australians can get nivolumab (Opdivo) and ipilimumab (Yervoy) for multiple cancers on the PBS for just $25 per treatment.
02 Mar 2026
Staying With Your GP Helps Aged Care Residents
A new study shows aged care residents who stick with their usual GP tend to stay healthier. But fewer than 1 in 5 keep the same doctor after moving into a long-term care facility.
02 Mar 2026
2026 Flu Vaccines Now Available Ahead of Winter
Australia’s 2026 influenza vaccines are ready to roll out, with updated clinical advice released to help GPs prepare for the upcoming flu season.
02 Mar 2026
New Oral GLP-1 Drug Shows Potential for Diabetes and Weight Loss
A new oral GLP-1 receptor agonist called orforglipron has shown promising results for people with type 2 diabetes, outperforming oral semaglutide in a recent international study.
27 Feb 2026
First 100 SA GPs Now Able to Treat ADHD
One hundred South Australian GPs have completed specialised training to diagnose and treat ADHD, helping children and adults access care closer to home.