17 Feb 2026
TGA flags illegal sildenafil in collagen supplement
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued a warning after laboratory tests found sildenafil—the prescription erectile dysfunction drug—hidden in Natures Valley Collagen Builder.
17 Feb 2026
Critical antimicrobial resistance up 25%, GPs urged to lead stewardship
Australia is seeing a worrying rise in antimicrobial resistance, with critical resistant infections up by 25.2% between 2023 and 2024, according to the latest sixth Antimicrobial Use and Resistance (AURA) report.
17 Feb 2026
SA parties clash over pharmacy prescribing ahead of election
South Australia’s major political parties are divided on expanding pharmacy prescribing.
16 Feb 2026
Pertussis cases at 35-year high, GPs urged to guide patients
Australia has recorded the highest number of whooping cough cases in 35 years, with 82,530 cases across 2024–25.
16 Feb 2026
New fee transparency laws could include GPs on Medical Costs Finder
General practices may soon have their fees and bulk-billing rates displayed on the Medical Costs Finder website under proposed new Federal legislation.
16 Feb 2026
Why trusted medicines advice matters more than ever in the AI age
Australians are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for health advice, and that information is now walking into GP clinics every day.
16 Feb 2026
Have Your Say: NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee Seeks Feedback on Supports
The NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee is reviewing disability supports to make sure they are safe, effective, and provide good value for participants.
16 Feb 2026
$13 Million Available for International Clinical Trials in Australia
The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) is inviting applications for its 2026 International Clinical Trial Collaborations grant, offering up to $13 million for medical research projects.
16 Feb 2026
Free Webinar for Health Professionals: Medicare Mental Health Services
Health professionals are invited to a free webinar to learn about Medicare Mental Health services
16 Feb 2026
Measles Alert in Sydney’s Inner West
NSW Health is asking residents of Sydney’s Inner West to stay alert after two confirmed measles cases.