09 Apr 2026
New Findings Show Antidepressant May Help Reduce Methamphetamine Use
Researchers in Australia say a common antidepressant might help people cut back on methamphetamine use.
08 Apr 2026
Digital Access Improving Aged Care Outcomes
Connecting digital health services is helping aged care homes deliver better care.
08 Apr 2026
POLAR Puffin Helps GPs Save Time in South Western Sydney
South Western Sydney’s Growing and Ageing Population
08 Apr 2026
Seasonal Flu Shots Give Long-Term Immunity Against Future Strains
A new study from the Doherty Institute shows that getting the annual flu vaccine can provide protection not just for the current season but also against some future influenza strains.
08 Apr 2026
GPs Wanted: Share Your Views in the Health of the Nation Survey
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is inviting GPs across Australia to share their views in the 2026 Health of the Nation survey.
08 Apr 2026
Australia Launches First Clinical Guideline for Youth Acute Mental Health
For the first time in Australia, new clinical guidelines have been released to help GPs and other healthcare providers manage young people experiencing mental health crises.
08 Apr 2026
TGA Seeks Feedback on Removing Andrographis from Low-Risk Medicines List
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has started a consultation on whether to remove Andrographis paniculata from the list of low-risk ingredients used in listed medicines.
08 Apr 2026
NSW Measles Alert: Check Your Vaccinations
NSW Health has confirmed a measles case in Sydney and Newcastle.
08 Apr 2026
Lamotrigine Recommended for PBS Listing in Bipolar Treatment
The Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee has recommended adding lamotrigine to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme as a restricted benefit for treating bipolar disorder.
08 Apr 2026
Calls Grow for Free Meningococcal B Vaccine After UK Outbreak
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is calling on the Victorian Government to provide free meningococcal B vaccines for children, following a serious outbreak in the United Kingdom.