02 Oct 2025
In Practice: National cancer screening processes simplified
A change to boost digital connectivity across primary care is expected to better support uptake of cancer screening.
02 Oct 2025
Measles Alert – Sydney’s Northern Beaches
NSW Health is warning the community to be alert for measles after a confirmed case was infectious while visiting several locations on Sydney’s northern beaches. The person was a close contact of another recent measles case in Northern Sydney.
02 Oct 2025
Award wage increase for aged care workers and nurses
The Australian Government is providing another award wage increase for aged care workers and nurses.
02 Oct 2025
NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee seeks community feedback
The NDIS Evidence Advisory Committee is reviewing a range of supports to ensure they are safe, effective, and provide value for people with disability. They are asking for input from the disability community to help inform their advice to government.
02 Oct 2025
Inaugural Thriving Kids Advisory Group meeting held in Melbourne
The Thriving Kids Advisory Group held its first meeting on 30 September 2025 in Melbourne, co-chaired by the Hon Mark Butler MP and Professor Frank Oberklaid AM from the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute.
02 Oct 2025
United demand for changes to medicinal cannabis rules
The group has pointed to several issues with medicinal cannabis prescribing, including what it describes as ‘aggressive’ marketing.
02 Oct 2025
Strong connection found between diet and mental wellbeing
A study of 45,000 participants showed that eating more fruits and vegetables is linked to reduced psychological distress.
02 Oct 2025
Breaking down the new bulk-billing incentives
SPONSORED: RACGP and Cubiko are hosting a webinar series to help GPs and practices get ready for the 1 November changes.
02 Oct 2025
Emergency Medical Team Honoured with Special ‘Life Saver’ Medals
Emergency doctors and nurses who volunteered at this year’s ASICS Gold Coast Marathon have been recognised for their outstanding care and dedication — receiving specially designed ‘life saver’ medals from one of the event’s most inspiring runners.
02 Oct 2025
Palliative Care Australia urges action to maximise impact of new End-of-Life Pathway
Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has welcomed the Australian Government’s End-of-Life Pathway, part of the Support at Home aged care program starting 1 November 2025,describing it as a major opportunity to help more older Australians live and die well at home.