25 Sep 2025
Promoting excellence and quality in aged care services
From 1 November 2025, the Aged Care Act will introduce stronger Quality Standards.
25 Sep 2025
Updates to how staffing is rated in aged care Star Ratings
Star Ratings make it easier for older adults and their carers to compare and choose aged care facilities.
25 Sep 2025
In Practice: Updates on recognition for rural generalists
RACGP Rural is hosting an information session detailing what the landmark announcement means for members.
25 Sep 2025
Lecanemab gains TGA approval for Alzheimer’s treatment in Australia
The drug, marketed as LEQEMBI, has now been approved by the TGA after being initially rejected last year.
25 Sep 2025
New deprescribing guideline for older Australians gains RACGP support
Researchers at the University of Western Australia have led the development of a new guideline, which GPs hope will make a genuine difference in clinical care.
25 Sep 2025
Study shows link between equity and melanoma care
Where you live and who your GP is could affect melanoma outcomes, a new study has found.
24 Sep 2025
Newly Updated Support at Home Manual
In-home aged care providers can now access the fourth edition of the Support at Home Program manual to help them get ready for 1 November.
24 Sep 2025
South Western Sydney Allied Health Practice Engagement Toolkit Now Available
The South Western Sydney Primary Health Network (SWSPHN) has launched the National Allied Health Practice Engagement Toolkit to support allied health professionals working in primary care across the region.
24 Sep 2025
Perinatal loss support is accessible via a simple phone call
No matter where their patients are located, GPs can rely on a rural service for support with perinatal loss.
24 Sep 2025
High levels of abuse experienced by general practice staff, Study Finds,
Patient violence and abuse in general practice is common, according to the first international study of its kind, but there is little research on how to prevent it.