18 Sep 2026
Telehealth impersonation prompts warning over drug dependence prescriptions
Australian GPs are being urged to take extra care when prescribing drugs of dependence through telehealth after reports of people impersonating existing patients to obtain medicines.
18 Sep 2026
Parliament calls for longer consultations and stronger AOD training
A parliamentary inquiry into alcohol and other drugs (AOD) has recommended longer Medicare-funded consultations and stronger AOD training for doctors as part of a broader plan to reduce drug and alcohol-related harm in Australia.
18 Sep 2026
Orange workshop focuses on culturally safe preventive healthcare
Healthcare professionals and community representatives have come together in Orange, New South Wales, to discuss ways to improve preventive and early intervention care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
18 Sep 2026
Company fined $39,600 over alleged unlawful vape sales
A New South Wales company has paid $39,600 in penalties after the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) issued two infringement notices over the alleged unlawful supply of vaping goods.
17 Sep 2026
Ahpra seeks feedback on health practitioner codes
Health practitioners, patients and other members of the community are being asked to share their views as Ahpra and the National Boards begin reviewing the codes of conduct for registered health practitioners.
17 Sep 2026
Proposed privacy changes raise concerns for medical practices
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has raised concerns about proposed changes to Australia’s privacy laws, saying some parts of the draft legislation could make it harder for medical practices to manage their day-to-day work.
17 Sep 2026
Parliamentary report calls for stronger action on alcohol and drug harms
A parliamentary committee has released its report into the health impacts of alcohol and other drug use in Australia, with recommendations covering treatment, harm reduction, prevention and support for priority groups.
17 Sep 2026
New safeguards added to Medical Costs Finder legislation
Changes to the Medical Costs Finder legislation will give doctors and other healthcare providers more ways to correct or challenge information published about specialist fees.
17 Sep 2026
National meeting focuses on key issues facing general practice
General practice leaders have discussed a range of issues affecting the future of primary care, including workforce planning, rural access to healthcare and the scope of practice of different health professionals.
17 Sep 2026
Campaign calls for asthma to be recognised in women’s health
Women living with asthma have taken their experiences to Parliament House in Canberra as part of a national campaign calling for respiratory health to be included more clearly in women’s healthcare.