28 Apr 2026
60-Day Scripts Uptake Slow
Australia’s 60-day dispensing policy is seeing slower uptake than expected, with new analysis pointing to several barriers for both GPs and pharmacists.
28 Apr 2026
Diabetes Drug Access Dispute in Australia
A major diabetes medicine, tirzepatide (sold as Mounjaro), will not be listed on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), despite a recommendation from the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC).
28 Apr 2026
Clinical Trial Recruiting at Liverpool Hospital for High-Risk Pregnancies
Liverpool Hospital is currently recruiting participants for a phase three clinical trial involving pregnancies at risk of severe Haemolytic Disease of the Foetus and Newborn (HDFN).
28 Apr 2026
GP Mental Health Treatment Plans: Key Referral Rules Explained
General practitioners (GPs) have been reminded about important requirements when preparing Mental Health Treatment Plans (MHTPs), according to the General Practice Mental Health Standards Collaboration
28 Apr 2026
TGA Fines Supplement Company for Alleged Illegal Health Claims
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued four infringement notices totalling $79,200 to Switch Nutrition Pty Ltd for alleged unlawful advertising of therapeutic goods.
27 Apr 2026
Winter vaccine push launched to protect older Australians
A new winter vaccination campaign has been rolled out across Australia, urging older Australians to get protected against influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) before the colder months set in.
27 Apr 2026
Measles alert issued for Sydney after confirmed case
NSW Health has warned people in Sydney to watch for symptoms of measles after a confirmed case was reported in a traveller who recently returned from Japan.
27 Apr 2026
Concerns Rise Over AI in Medicare Monitoring
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has raised concerns about using artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor Medicare compliance, warning it could unfairly target doctors and reduce transparency.
27 Apr 2026
Doctors Lead Climate Action Milestone
Doctors for the Environment Australia (DEA) is celebrating 25 years of work linking climate change with human health, and advocating for a cleaner, safer environment.
27 Apr 2026
Australia Launches New Vaccination Campaigns Amid Falling Rates
Australia has launched new national vaccination campaigns as COVID-19, flu, and RSV vaccination rates continue to decline. However, health experts say the messaging is too general and may not be strong enough to build trust among people who are unsure about vaccines.