21 Apr 2026
ADHD Medication Rates Vary Across Australia, Raising Concerns
A recent episode of Four Corners has revealed big differences in how often adults are being prescribed ADHD medication across Australia. The report highlights concerns that some people may be getting diagnosed too easily, while others could be missing out on a diagnosis altogether.
20 Apr 2026
New push for national training standard for pharmacist prescribing in Australia
The Pharmacy Board of Australia is asking Australians to share their views on a new proposal to standardise how pharmacists are trained to prescribe medicines across the country.
20 Apr 2026
Applications open for Ahpra Board community members
Applications are now open for community members to join the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Board.
20 Apr 2026
GP advice service improves access and care across Queensland
A Queensland health program is helping GPs get quicker specialist advice, reducing delays, costs, and the need for hospital referrals for patients.
20 Apr 2026
RSV vaccine now free for more older Australians
From 15 May, more older Australians will be able to get a free vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common infection that can cause serious illness in older people.
20 Apr 2026
New GPs celebrated in Cairns Fellowship ceremony
A group of new specialist doctors have officially begun their careers as GPs after being awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners at a ceremony in Cairns, Far North Queensland.
17 Apr 2026
Three Victorians charged after $2 million steroid and peptide seizure
Three Victorians have been charged after a major investigation into the illegal import of performance and image enhancing drugs in Melbourne.
17 Apr 2026
Tharawal AMS Hosts Family Fun Day with Flu Vaccinations
Tharawal Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) welcomed families on Thursday, 16 April, for a community flu vaccination event in a fun and relaxed setting.
17 Apr 2026
$1.8M Worth of Illegal Vapes Seized in Sydney Crackdown
More than 30,000 illegal vaping products have been seized in a major enforcement operation in south-west Sydney.
17 Apr 2026
RACGP Mentoring Program Opens, GPs Share Positive Experiences
Applications are now open for the 2026 RACGP Mentoring Program, with past participants sharing how it has supported their careers.