23 Jan 2026
ACCM Meeting Statement – Meeting 38, 6 November 2025
ACCM Meeting Statement – Meeting 38, 6 November 2025
23 Jan 2026
NSW waives hospital fees for people displaced by the Israel–Gaza war
New South Wales has introduced temporary measures allowing people forced to leave the Israel–Gaza conflict to receive free treatment in the state’s public health system.
23 Jan 2026
1800MEDICARE app puts health records and prescriptions on your phone
Australians can now manage key health information through the 1800MEDICARE app, previously known as the my health app, making it easier to access services while on the go.
23 Jan 2026
2026 Residents’ Experience Survey is now open
The 2026 Residents’ Experience Survey is underway, giving aged care residents a chance to provide feedback on the care and services they receive.
23 Jan 2026
Telehealth changed the way GP registrars learn, new research shows
The rapid rise of telehealth during COVID-19 significantly impacted GP training in Australia, according to new research from the RACGP GP Training Research team.
23 Jan 2026
NDIS seeks feedback on new planning framework
NDIS seeks feedback on new planning framework The NDIS is looking to make planning fairer, clearer, and more centred on participants’ needs.
23 Jan 2026
Shingrix vaccination rates surge after joining the NIP
The rollout of Shingrix (recombinant zoster vaccine) on the National Immunisation Program (NIP) has led to a major increase in shingles vaccinations for older Australians.
23 Jan 2026
AMA President Update: Hate Speech and Gun Reforms, CDC Launch, and Honouring Dame Marie Bashir
January in Australia often starts slowly, with the summer heat and post-holiday rhythm making the month feel calmer.
22 Jan 2026
A New Cohort of Doctors Begins Their Journey in Tasmania
Tasmania’s public hospitals have welcomed a new group of medical interns as they take their first steps into clinical practice.
22 Jan 2026
Even Small Cuts to Drinking Could Save Lives, Research Finds
New Australian research suggests that cutting back on alcohol doesn’t have to be dramatic to make a difference. The study shows that if people across Australia reduced their drinking by just one litre per year, a significant number of cancer deaths could be prevented.
