13 Oct 2026
Victorian hospitals report sharp rise in cannabis-related admissions
Cannabis-related hospital admissions in Victoria rose by 49% over 10 years, with young people most affected and psychotic disorders the leading diagnosis.
13 Oct 2026
New plan aims to reduce the growing impact of osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis could affect one billion people worldwide by 2050. A new roadmap calls for better prevention, early support and improved care through general practice.
12 Oct 2026
Better digital connections could improve patient care across Australia
Australia needs better ways to share patient information between hospitals, GP clinics and other healthcare services. Connected digital systems could help doctors make informed decisions, avoid repeated tests and provide more joined-up care.
12 Oct 2026
Victorian workshops aim to strengthen GP support for opioid dependence
General practitioners in Victoria will have the chance to build their skills in treating opioid dependence through three upcoming face-to-face training sessions. The workshops will help doctors work towards Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Dependence (MATOD) accreditation as Australia continues to face opioid-related harm.
12 Oct 2026
Pharmaceutical marketing may lead to poorer prescribing decisions, review finds
A review of international research has found that contact with pharmaceutical companies may affect doctors’ prescribing choices, sometimes leading to less suitable treatments and higher medicine costs. Although the research did not include Australian studies, one of its authors says the findings are relevant to Australian general practice.
08 Oct 2026
RACGP workshop to help GPs manage WorkCover cases
A new workshop will help GPs build their skills in handling workplace injury claims, completing reports and understanding their legal responsibilities.
09 Oct 2026
Professional Interpreters Help Make Healthcare Safer for All Australians
Clear communication is essential in healthcare. Australia's interpreting experts are urging medical practices to use qualified interpreters so patients can understand their diagnosis, discuss treatment and make informed decisions.
09 Oct 2026
New Obesity Criteria Classify Fewer Australian Children as Clinically Obese
A change in how obesity is assessed means fewer children meet the definition of clinical obesity. Australian GPs are being urged to consider each child's health and future risks rather than relying on BMI alone.
09 Oct 2026
Medicare May Introduce a Combined Health Check for Mid-Life Patients
A proposed Medicare update could change how GPs carry out preventive health checks, with a focus on reducing repeated assessments and giving doctors more flexibility to meet patients’ needs.
08 Oct 2026
New resource helps GPs work effectively with interpreters
A new resource from the RACGP and the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) aims to help GPs provide safer care when working with patients who need an interpreter.