03 Feb 2026
New Medicare health check for three-year-olds gets strong support
Plans to introduce a Medicare-funded development check for three-year-old children are moving closer, after receiving full support from the Thriving Kids Advisory Group.
02 Feb 2026
Low-Dose Aspirin Not Effective for Cancer Prevention in Older Adults
New research from Monash University shows that taking a daily low dose of aspirin does not reduce the risk of cancer in healthy older adults.
02 Feb 2026
PBS Adds New Prostate Cancer Treatment
A new medicine for advanced prostate cancer is now listed on the PBS.
02 Feb 2026
GPs Call Out Rising Health Misinformation Online
Australian GPs are warning patients about the growing spread of medical misinformation on social media.
30 Jan 2026
TGA Warns Against Fake Melatonin Products
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has warned Australians about fake melatonin products after testing found some contained far more – or far less – melatonin than the label claimed. One product had over 400% of the stated amount, while another had none at all.
30 Jan 2026
Thriving Kids Program Delayed by Three Months
The Federal Government’s new Thriving Kids program will now start on 1 October 2026, three months later than planned. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the delay will give states and territories more time to get ready.
30 Jan 2026
Parliament to Look at How Medicare Changes Affect Rural Communities
A Senate committee will investigate how recent changes to Medicare, including those from 1 November 2025, are affecting rural communities. The inquiry will focus on whether people in country areas can still access primary care, and whether local GP clinics can stay open and financially sustainable.
29 Jan 2026
People Start Choosing Healthier Foods After GLP-1 Treatment
A recent study suggests that some people make healthier choices at the supermarket after starting treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), a class of medicines used for weight management and diabetes.
29 Jan 2026
Rising Workplace Stress Driving More Patients to GPs
GPs across Australia are seeing more patients asking for help with workplace-related mental health issues, including stress, anxiety, and depression.
29 Jan 2026
GP Practices Seeing Some Relief, But Bills Still a Challenge
Many GP clinics in the Hunter New England and Central Coast region are finding it easier to manage their finances in 2025. However, about one in three clinics still struggle to pay bills.
