25 Sep 2025
Lecanemab gains TGA approval for Alzheimer’s treatment in Australia
The drug, marketed as LEQEMBI, has now been approved by the TGA after being initially rejected last year.
25 Sep 2025
New deprescribing guideline for older Australians gains RACGP support
Researchers at the University of Western Australia have led the development of a new guideline, which GPs hope will make a genuine difference in clinical care.
25 Sep 2025
Study shows link between equity and melanoma care
Where you live and who your GP is could affect melanoma outcomes, a new study has found.
24 Sep 2025
Newly Updated Support at Home Manual
In-home aged care providers can now access the fourth edition of the Support at Home Program manual to help them get ready for 1 November.
24 Sep 2025
South Western Sydney Allied Health Practice Engagement Toolkit Now Available
The South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) has launched the National Allied Health Practice Engagement Toolkit to support allied health professionals working in primary care across the region.
24 Sep 2025
Perinatal loss support is accessible via a simple phone call
No matter where their patients are located, GPs can rely on a rural service for support with perinatal loss.
24 Sep 2025
High levels of abuse experienced by general practice staff, Study Finds,
Patient violence and abuse in general practice is common, according to the first international study of its kind, but there is little research on how to prevent it.
24 Sep 2025
Contribution of GPs not fully recognised in healthcare efficiency plan
According to the RACGP, a recent Productivity Commission report fails to capitalise on the achievements of well-supported and high-performing general practice.
24 Sep 2025
Draft Revision of Launceston General Hospital Precinct Masterplan Released
The Tasmanian Department of Health has released a draft updated version of the Launceston General Hospital (LGH) Precinct Masterplan, outlining the long-term vision for improving hospital infrastructure to support safe, efficient, and effective healthcare based on community needs.
24 Sep 2025
More healthcare services coming to local pharmacies in Victoria
Victorians will soon be able to access more healthcare services at their local pharmacy through the Community Pharmacist Program, which is expanding to cover additional common health conditions from December 2025.