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.