16 Sep 2026

Social prescribing can help older adults stay connecte

Social prescribing gives older adults opportunities to take part in activities that support wellbeing, social connection and community participation.

16 Sep 2026

Diabetes Masterclass series returns with a focus on care beyond glucose

Western Sydney Diabetes (WSD) is partnering with more than 50 health professionals for its annual diabetes masterclass series, designed to support better care for people living with type 2 diabetes across NSW.

16 Sep 2026

Mepolizumab added as a treatment option for some adults with COPD

Some adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who continue to have flare-ups despite regular inhaler treatment may now have access to another treatment option.

15 Sep 2026

Scholarships open for Victoria’s mental health workforce

Applications are now open for Victorian Government scholarships supporting mental health nurses and Lived and Living Experience (LLE) workers with further study and career development.

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.

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

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

Australia sets five-year plan to expand genomic healthcare

Australian governments have agreed on a national plan to support the wider use of genomics across the health system over the next five years.

15 Sep 2026

Emergency Department access changes at Royal Hobart Hospital

People attending the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department will now use Argyle Street to enter the service as redevelopment work progresses across the hospital site.

15 Sep 2026

New resources aim to support cervical screening for First Nations women

New culturally tailored resources are available to help increase awareness and participation in cervical screening among First Nations women and people with a cervix.