23 Jul 2026
TGA Strengthens Safety Advice for GLP-1 Medicines
Australians using GLP-1 medicines for type 2 diabetes or weight management are being advised to watch for sudden changes in their vision after the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) introduced updated safety information for these medicines.
23 Jul 2026
Virtual Women's Health Clinic Marks First Year Supporting More Than 850 Victorians
Victoria's Virtual Women's Health Clinic has completed its first year of service, providing free healthcare to more than 850 women and girls through phone and video consultations across the state.
23 Jul 2026
AHPRA Speeds Up Action on Racism Complaints and Updates Social Media Guidance
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has released a review showing that social media was linked to almost half of all racism and discrimination complaints made against registered health practitioners. The regulator has also introduced new measures to improve how these complaints are managed.
22 Jul 2026
Global Study Warns Antibiotic Resistance Is Rising in Children
Antibiotics used to treat serious infections in children are becoming less effective, according to a new international study. Researchers say growing antimicrobial resistance could make common childhood infections much harder to treat if the trend continues.
22 Jul 2026
RACGP Pushes for Practical Dementia Guidelines to Better Support GPs and Patients
Australia's peak general practice body is calling for updated dementia guidelines that are practical, well-funded and easier to implement in everyday clinical care. The RACGP says GPs need clearer referral pathways, improved access to services and stronger system support to help meet the growing demand for dementia care.
22 Jul 2026
Hearing Service Providers Urged to Review Record Keeping Before Claim Audits
The Australian Government is reminding Hearing Services Program providers to check their record management practices, warning that incomplete or missing claim forms could lead to repayment of program funds. The notice also encourages providers to review their software systems to ensure important records remain available if files are transferred or practice systems change.
22 Jul 2026
Rural GP Highlights the Value of Becoming an RACGP Fellowship Examiner
A rural New South Wales GP says becoming an examiner for the RACGP Fellowship Clinical Competency Exam (CCE) has been a rewarding way to support future GPs while staying connected with colleagues across Australia. She believes examiners with different backgrounds help ensure the assessment reflects the diversity of general practice.
22 Jul 2026
Workplace Violence Against Health Workers Continues to Increase Across Australia
Australian healthcare workers are experiencing more serious workplace violence than they did a decade ago, according to new figures from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
21 Jul 2026
Court Orders Fake Podiatrist to Complete Sentence Under Community Supervision
A man who provided podiatry services without being qualified will serve his two-year prison sentence under strict community supervision instead of in custody. The decision follows an appeal, with the court recognising the seriousness of the offences while finding that supervised rehabilitation was the more appropriate outcome.
21 Jul 2026
Early Support Gives Children the Best Start in Life
Health experts are encouraging families to seek support early during the first 2,000 days of a child's life, highlighting that timely guidance can strengthen parenting confidence and support healthy growth and development.