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
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.
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.
22 Jan 2026
Telehealth Linked to Lower Antibiotic Prescribing by GPs
A new study has found that GPs who quickly embraced telehealth during recent years were 5% less likely to prescribe antibiotics than slower adopters, suggesting telehealth may influence prescribing practices.
22 Jan 2026
ChatGPT Health: Helping Patients or Raising Concerns?
A new AI service, ChatGPT Health, is allowing patients to upload medical records, understand test results, and prepare for GP appointments. The move is dividing doctors across Australia.
22 Jan 2026
RACGP Updates Chronic Disease Management Framework
From 1 July 2025, a new framework for Medicare chronic disease management (CDM) items came into effect.
21 Jan 2026
Could a National DNA Test Save Lives in Australia? .
Could a National DNA Test Save Lives in Australia? Australian scientists are calling for a national DNA testing program, saying it could prevent serious diseases and save lives (newsGP).
21 Jan 2026
Mandatory uploads to My Health Record: what GPs and patients need to know
The push for faster access to health information is gaining pace, but it comes with both benefits and challenges for patients and GPs alike.
21 Jan 2026
From silent struggle to support: a new mum’s turning point
A new mother’s decision to speak up about her postnatal mental health struggles became the moment everything changed — highlighting the vital role GPs play in supporting parents during the perinatal period.
21 Jan 2026
Global conflict set to shape health in 2026
Doctors in Australia are likely to see more patients affected by global conflicts and violence this year, with a recent Lancet editorial suggesting war could become one of the biggest health challenges of 2026.
