20 May 2026
New 10-Year Child Health Study Targets Obesity and Heart Disease
A new 10-year research plan led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute aims to reduce rising obesity and improve long-term heart health in children through early prevention programs in schools and families.
20 May 2026
Growing Evidence GLP-1 Medicines May Help Asthma Outcomes
New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Turkey suggests that GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide may help reduce asthma flare-ups in people who are overweight or living with obesity.
20 May 2026
Queensland Expands Free Needle-Free Flu Vaccine for Teenagers
Queensland has expanded its free nasal spray flu vaccine program, allowing children and teenagers aged 6 to 17 who are afraid of needles to access the FluMist vaccine at no cost.
20 May 2026
Tasmania Extends Public Consultation on New Mental Health Strategy
The Tasmanian Department of Health has extended the public consultation period for its next Mental Health Strategy, called Rethink and Beyond, giving more time for community feedback.
20 May 2026
"A very difficult beast to cover”: TGA warns GPs on peptide imports and compliance
Australia’s medicines regulator has warned that illegal and unapproved therapeutic goods are increasingly entering the country, including products linked to the growing “peptide” trend.
20 May 2026
New Bulk Billing Calculator and Aged Care Pricing Changes Announced
A new government calculator has been introduced to help GP clinics and practice managers understand the financial benefits of switching to a fully bulk billing model, while also allowing them to show interest in a new incentive program.
19 May 2026
Government-backed bulk-billing clinics spark strong backlash in NSW
A new $25.3 million Federal Government plan to establish fully bulk-billing GP clinics in regional New South Wales has triggered strong criticism from general practitioners, who say the move could undermine existing practices.
19 May 2026
Major global operation targets illegal online medicines, millions seized
Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has taken part in a large international crackdown on the illegal sale of medicines and therapeutic products online.
19 May 2026
New Video Explains Short-Term Support Pathways for Older Australians
A new video has been released to help older Australians, their families, and carers better understand the short-term support pathways available through the Support at Home program.
19 May 2026
GPs remain central as healthcare goes digital: World Family Doctor Day marked in Australia
On 19 May, Australia marked World Family Doctor Day, highlighting the ongoing importance of general practitioners in a healthcare system that is increasingly shaped by digital tools and artificial intelligence.