24 Feb 2026
Workforce Gaps Remain Key Concern Despite UCCs Reducing ED Pressure
Urgent care clinics (UCCs) are helping to reduce non-life-threatening presentations to hospital emergency departments (EDs), but workforce shortages and continuity of care remain significant challenges, according to a recent interim evaluation commissioned by the Federal Government.
24 Feb 2026
Urgent Care Now Uploads Event Summaries to My Health Record
When a patient attends an Urgent Care service and nominates their regular GP, clinicians prepare a discharge summary.
24 Feb 2026
Understanding the Different Ways Autism Can Present
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) does not always present in obvious ways.
24 Feb 2026
Free Micro-Credentials Open for Health Professionals
Western Sydney University is offering two free, university-level micro-credentials to support ongoing professional development and provide a pathway into postgraduate study.
23 Feb 2026
Record Growth in GP Training Across Australia
Across Australia, a new wave of doctors is starting their training to become GPs in 2026. From Alice Springs to Nhulunbuy, Borroloola and Wurrumiyanga, the Northern Territory has welcomed 31 new trainees.
23 Feb 2026
Ahpra Reviews Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Concerns
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) is investigating concerns raised by patients about surgical treatment for endometriosis and pelvic pain.
23 Feb 2026
RACGP Calls for Evidence-Based Medicare Rebates
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is urging the Federal Government to establish an independent pricing authority to protect GPs and patients from political influence over Medicare rebates.
23 Feb 2026
DVA Introduces Dosage Limits and Specialist Rules for Medicinal Cannabis
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) has introduced new limits on medicinal cannabis, including daily dosage caps and stricter rules on who can prescribe these products.
21 Feb 2026
Measles Alert Issued for Sydney Airport and Surrounding Areas
NSW Health is urging the public to stay alert for measles symptoms after two new cases were confirmed.
20 Feb 2026
Celebrating Early-Career Mental Health Nurses
Today is Mental Health Nurses Day, a chance to recognise the early-career nurses stepping into the mental health field with curiosity, compassion, and dedication.