15 Sep 2026
Almost 300 GPs join the profession in NSW
Almost 300 doctors have officially become Fellows of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), following a major Fellowship ceremony in New South Wales.
15 Sep 2026
Syphilis cases among Australian women rise sharply over decade
New national sexual health figures show a major rise in syphilis among women, despite some other sexually transmitted infections showing signs of decline in Australia.
15 Sep 2026
GP leaves NSW pharmacy advisory panel amid concerns over prescribing expansion
A NSW GP has stepped down from a government advisory group after questioning whether there is enough evidence and clinical oversight to support wider pharmacist prescribing.
14 Sep 2026
Counterfeit peptide linked to serious oesophagus injury
A patient has been hospitalised after using a counterfeit peptide sold as retatrutide, with testing showing it contained a much higher amount of semaglutide instead.
14 Sep 2026
Proposed vitamin B6 limit could be cut to 14 mg
Australia’s recommended upper intake level for vitamin B6 supplements could fall sharply under a new proposal aimed at reducing the risk of nerve damage linked to excessive intake.
14 Sep 2026
New Victorian standard aims to improve care for women living with pain
A new Victorian health standard aims to ensure women, girls and gender diverse people are listened to, respected and involved in decisions about pain and treatment.
11 Sep 2026
Study highlights what female GPs need to thrive
A review of research from Australia and overseas has identified workplace and system changes that could help female GPs build fulfilling careers and reduce burnout and workforce exits.
11 Sep 2026
Free food and dining reviews offered to residential aged care homes
Residential aged care homes can apply for a free onsite review of their menus and mealtime services by an accredited practising dietitian. The program aims to help homes improve residents’ dining experiences and meet the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
11 Sep 2026
Outdated technology could put general practices under pressure
General practices that do not keep up with digital technology could face higher costs, more administrative work and risks to patient care, according to Dr Rob Hosking.
11 Sep 2026
RACGP wants women’s health pharmacy trial judged on patient outcomes
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is calling for an independent review of the Federal Government’s women’s health pharmacy trial, saying its success should be measured by whether patients receive better care rather than simply counting prescriptions.