22 Jan 2026
AMA Launches Workshop on Managing Disruptive Clinicians
The AMA is introducing a new professional development workshop for members: Managing Disruptive Clinicians.
22 Jan 2026
Lung Foundation Urges WA to Crack Down on Illicit Tobacco and Vapes
The Lung Foundation Australia is calling on the Western Australian Government to strengthen laws and enforcement to tackle the growing harms caused by illicit tobacco and illegal e-cigarettes.
22 Jan 2026
TGA Updates Compliance Principles for 2026–2027
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has released its compliance principles for the next two years, reinforcing a risk-based approach to monitoring and enforcing regulations for therapeutic goods.
21 Jan 2026
Could a National DNA Test Save Lives in Australia? .
Could a National DNA Test Save Lives in Australia? Australian scientists are calling for a national DNA testing program, saying it could prevent serious diseases and save lives (newsGP).
21 Jan 2026
Mandatory uploads to My Health Record: what GPs and patients need to know
The push for faster access to health information is gaining pace, but it comes with both benefits and challenges for patients and GPs alike.
21 Jan 2026
From silent struggle to support: a new mum’s turning point
A new mother’s decision to speak up about her postnatal mental health struggles became the moment everything changed — highlighting the vital role GPs play in supporting parents during the perinatal period.
21 Jan 2026
Global conflict set to shape health in 2026
Doctors in Australia are likely to see more patients affected by global conflicts and violence this year, with a recent Lancet editorial suggesting war could become one of the biggest health challenges of 2026.
21 Jan 2026
New measles cases prompt Sydney health warning
NSW Health has issued a measles alert after two new cases were confirmed in Sydney, urging residents to stay alert for symptoms and check if they may have been exposed.
21 Jan 2026
$120m Boost for Australian Health Research
The Australian Government has announced a $120.1 million investment to back 60 new health research projects aimed at improving how diseases are prevented, diagnosed, treated and managed across the country.
20 Jan 2026
Major review confirms paracetamol is safe to use during pregnancy
A large international review published in The Lancet has found no evidence linking paracetamol use in pregnancy to autism or other neurodevelopmental conditions, reinforcing long-standing medical advice about the medicine’s safety.