06 Apr 2026
Australia Launches Medical Injection Pen Recycling Trial
Patients in Sydney will soon be able to recycle their used medical injection pens instead of throwing them in the rubbish.
06 Apr 2026
Life as a Rural GP: A Rewarding Journey in Western Australia
Working as a doctor in rural Australia can be challenging, but for Dr Bianca Howard and Dr Luke Davies, it’s also incredibly rewarding. The couple now live and work in Broome, Western Australia, about 1,800 km from Darwin and 2,200 km from Perth.
03 Apr 2026
AMA Calls for Action on Alcohol & Microplastics
Australian Medical Association (AMA) representatives have appeared at Parliament House to advocate on two major public health issues affecting Australians: alcohol-related harms and exposure to microplastics and other environmental contaminants.
02 Apr 2026
EOI Open: Join South Western Sydney Suicide Prevention Advisory Group
Expressions of interest are now open for people to join the South Western Sydney Suicide Prevention Lived Experience Advisory Group (SWS SPLEAG).
02 Apr 2026
Flu Vaccine vs Natural Immunity: What’s the Better Choice?
It’s a common question — especially with many people feeling unsure about vaccines lately. If you’re generally healthy, it might seem like catching the flu once could help build natural immunity. But when it comes to influenza, it’s not that simple.
02 Apr 2026
RACGP Boosts Flu Vaccination Push and GP Support Initiatives
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners is ramping up its flu vaccination campaign, encouraging Australians to book their shots through local GP clinics as influenza cases rise.
02 Apr 2026
NSW Health Urges Aussies to Stay Mosquito-Safe This Easter
NSW Health is reminding people to protect themselves from mosquito bites during the Easter long weekend and school holidays, especially with increased virus activity across the state.
02 Apr 2026
Fully Subsidised Hearing Devices Announced Under Hearing Services Program
The Australian Government has released a new provider notice confirming that fully subsidised hearing devices will be available for certain patients under the Hearing Services Program.
02 Apr 2026
AMA Urges Action as Private Health Costs Continue to Rise
The Australian Medical Association is calling for major changes to the private health system as insurance premiums increased on 1 April 2026.
02 Apr 2026
New Support Package Helps Women Access Care After Gynaecologist Allegations
A $7.45 million support package has been launched in Victoria to help women affected by allegations against former gynaecologist Dr Simon Gordon.