04 Aug 2026
TGA Takes Legal Action Over Alleged Medicinal Cannabis Advertising Breaches
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has started Federal Court proceedings against two Australian companies and their director over the alleged unlawful advertising of medicinal cannabis. The regulator says the action follows repeated compliance warnings and unpaid infringement notices.
04 Aug 2026
RACGP Calls for Medicare Changes to Better Support Rural GP Care
The RACGP is urging the Federal Government to reform Medicare funding, saying the current system does not properly support the way rural GPs care for their patients. During a recent Senate inquiry, the college highlighted the need for funding that reflects the longer and more complex consultations common in rural Australia.
04 Aug 2026
RACGP Invites GPs to Help Shape the Future Through Faculty Council Elections
GPs across Australia have the chance to play a bigger role in the future of general practice, with nominations now open for the 2026 RACGP Faculty Council elections. Current council leaders say joining has given them the opportunity to improve the profession and create positive change for their colleagues and patients.
04 Aug 2026
Social Prescribing Helps GPs Support Patients Beyond Medical Care
Social prescribing is becoming an important part of general practice, helping GPs connect patients with community services and activities that support their health and wellbeing.
04 Aug 2026
GP Spotlight: Dr Dina Jamil’s Commitment to Lifelong Patient Care
After 15 years in general practice, Dr Dina Jamil continues to focus on providing accessible, patient-centred care for families across South Western Sydney. She says building long-term relationships with patients and supporting them through every stage of life is one of the most rewarding parts of being a GP.
04 Aug 2026
Study Finds High-Dose Vitamin B6 Supplement Sales Remain Strong Despite Safety Warnings
A new Australian study has found that high-dose vitamin B6 supplements continue to be widely purchased despite mandatory warning labels and public health alerts. Researchers say the findings highlight the ongoing need for healthcare professionals and consumers to be aware of the risks of vitamin B6 toxicity.
03 Aug 2026
New research highlights better ways to support international doctors in rural Australia
A new study is calling for stronger support for international medical graduates (IMGs) working in rural Australia, with researchers proposing a clear roadmap to help doctors settle into their careers and local communities. The framework is designed to guide IMGs from their arrival in Australia through to building long-term confidence and professional belonging.
03 Aug 2026
RACGP urges changes to Support at Home program to strengthen GP involvement
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is calling for changes to the Federal Government's Support at Home program, saying GPs should have a bigger role in decisions affecting older Australians receiving care at home. In its submission to a Senate inquiry, the college argues the current program does not fully use GPs' clinical knowledge or ongoing relationships with their patients.
03 Aug 2026
Regional healthcare workers can now apply for local LARC training scholarships
Healthcare professionals working in rural and regional Australia can now apply for scholarships that bring long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) training closer to where they live and work.
03 Aug 2026
Community pharmacist highlights the value of collaborative primary care
Community pharmacists play an important role in helping people manage their health, often providing advice, medication support and ongoing care between medical appointments. Rima Wehbi, pharmacist and manager of Chapel Street Pharmacy in Kingsgrove, says stronger collaboration between healthcare professionals can improve patient outcomes and strengthen primary care across the community.