30 Mar 2026

New Report Shows Progress in Australia’s Disability Data Plan

The National Disability Data Asset Council has released its first Annual Report for Disability Ministers, sharing key updates from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025.

30 Mar 2026

Keytruda PBS Listing Expanded for More Cancer Patients

Pembrolizumab, sold as Keytruda, will now be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for three new types of advanced and high-risk cancers, benefiting more than 10,000 patients.

30 Mar 2026

NSW Health Alert: Hidden Opioids in Cocaine Causing Overdoses

NSW Health is warning people after six recent overdoses linked to opioids found in cocaine across Sydney and Western NSW. One person needed intensive care.

30 Mar 2026

Men’s Health Needs More Focus Before Pregnancy

Men are often left out of the conversation when it comes to planning a pregnancy, according to a new international review.

27 Mar 2026

RACGP Says Urgent Care Clinics Should Stay GP-Led

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has rejected a call from the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) to let nurse practitioners (NPs) lead urgent care clinics (UCCs) on their own.

27 Mar 2026

Report Released on Fungal Outbreak at RPA Hospital

Sydney Local Health District has released its investigation report into a fungal outbreak in the transplant ward at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital between October and December 2025.

27 Mar 2026

GPs Trial Online Toolbox to Reduce Antibiotic Overuse

Australian GPs are testing a new online toolbox to help cut unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

27 Mar 2026

DoHDA Sets 2026 Medicare and PBS Compliance Priorities

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DoHDA) has revealed the key areas it will monitor for compliance in 2026.

26 Mar 2026

Queensland Woman Fined for Using Fake Nurse Certificates

A Queensland woman has been fined $10,000 after working as a nurse without registration and using fake certificates to hide the fact.

26 Mar 2026

Easter Closure Deadlines for PBS Supplier Applications

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has announced key deadlines for PBS approved supplier applications ahead of the Easter holiday closure.