06 Oct 2026
$136 million boost for clinical trials targeting rare diseases and prevention
Up to $136 million in funding is available to support clinical trials aimed at rare diseases, unmet health needs, disease prevention and better healthcare in Australia.
06 Oct 2026
Healthcare providers urged to strengthen cyber security
Healthcare providers are being encouraged to strengthen their cyber security to protect patient information and keep health services running during cyber incidents.
06 Oct 2026
Questions raised over telehealth care for Australian veterans
Concerns have been raised about some veterans’ telehealth providers after an ABC Four Corners investigation reported that some businesses may be putting commercial interests ahead of veterans’ health and their relationships with regular GPs.
06 Oct 2026
New funding supports research across Australian general practice
Research into some of the biggest challenges facing general practice will receive more than $654,000 in funding from the RACGP Foundation this year.
06 Oct 2026
RACGP wants GPs included in new NDIS assessment process
The RACGP is calling for GPs to have a clearer and more formal role in the assessment of people applying for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
05 Oct 2026
Qdenga now available in Australia for dengue protection
Australia now has access to the dengue vaccine Qdenga, with GPs able to order it for their practices. ATAGI has issued new advice on who may benefit from vaccination, particularly Australians travelling to areas where dengue is common.
05 Oct 2026
Plan ahead as seasonal weather risks increase
Victoria’s spring and summer weather can bring a range of conditions that may affect people’s health, prompting a reminder to prepare before risks develop.
05 Oct 2026
Senate report urges major changes to youth justice system
A new Senate inquiry has called for significant changes to Australia’s youth justice system, including national standards, a reform taskforce, a public education campaign and further investigation into the causes of youth incarceration.
05 Oct 2026
MBS updates to introduce new chronic care phone items
A range of Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) changes will take effect from 1 November, including four new phone consultation items for chronic condition management and a new health assessment option for three-year-old children.
02 Oct 2026
RACGP calls for stronger links between urgent care and general practice
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has released a new position statement outlining how urgent care can become better connected with general practice and the wider primary care system.