29 Sep 2026
Why uncontrolled hypertension needs a closer look
High blood pressure can be difficult to assess accurately, with clinic readings sometimes giving an incomplete picture of a patient’s usual blood pressure.
29 Sep 2026
Psychology training reform enters next stage after consultation
The Psychology Board of Australia is moving forward with its review of psychology training after receiving feedback from a wide range of people and organisations during its public consultation.
29 Sep 2026
Different ways to deliver social prescribing in general practice
General practices can use several approaches to connect patients with community-based support, with the right model depending on local needs and available services.
28 Sep 2026
Two Victorian GPs recognised in state women’s honour roll
Two Victorian GPs have been recognised for their contribution to medicine, community service and women’s health through the 2026 Victorian Honour Roll of Women.
28 Sep 2026
New palliative care training shaped by aged care nurses
A national project is using feedback from residential aged care nurses to develop practical training on the safe and appropriate use of palliative care medicines.
28 Sep 2026
South Western Sydney conference to focus on sustainable general practice
General practices across South Western Sydney can now register for a conference focused on practical ways to improve long-term practice viability and sustainability.
28 Sep 2026
Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the value of noticing breast changes
With Breast Cancer Awareness Month taking place in October, Australians are being reminded that knowing how their breasts usually look and feel can help them recognise changes that may need medical attention.
28 Sep 2026
Steve Brown’s kidney journey highlights the life-changing impact of organ donation
Steve Brown’s experience with kidney disease has included years of dialysis, two transplants and major changes to his daily life. Looking back, he says his story is also about the people who supported him and the donor family whose decision gave him another chance to live.
28 Sep 2026
New resources aim to make menstrual health conversations safer for Aboriginal women
Aboriginal women in Western Australia have helped shape a new set of menstrual health resources designed to support more culturally safe conversations in healthcare.
28 Sep 2026
Victorian hospitals reach new high for planned surgery
Victorian public hospitals have completed more planned operations than ever before, with 218,000 surgeries carried out over the past year.