11 Aug 2026
Rural Generalist pathway moves closer to specialist recognition
Rural Generalists in Australia are a step closer to receiving formal specialist recognition after the Medical Board of Australia (MBA) endorsed the accreditation of Rural Generalist training programs run by the RACGP and the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM).
11 Aug 2026
RACGP Raises Safety Concerns Over Expanded Pharmacist Prescribing
The RACGP has warned that plans to give pharmacists broader independent prescribing powers could create patient safety risks if stronger systems for diagnosis, monitoring and follow-up are not in place.
10 Aug 2026
Three Tasmanian Women Begin a New Chapter in Paramedicine
A new career can begin at any age, as three Hobart mothers have demonstrated after stepping into paramedicine while managing study, work and family commitments.
10 Aug 2026
New Prostate Cancer Guideline Puts Greater Focus on Early Detection
Australia’s updated prostate cancer guideline is placing greater focus on identifying clinically significant cancer early, while supporting active surveillance for men with lower-risk disease.
10 Aug 2026
ACT Authorities Seize Large Quantities of Illegal Tobacco and Vaping Products
A coordinated enforcement operation in the Australian Capital Territory has resulted in the seizure of thousands of illegal vaping products and large quantities of illicit tobacco.
10 Aug 2026
Free Vaccination Clinics Coming to Wollondilly and Warragamba
Residents in Wollondilly and Warragamba can access free local vaccination clinics to help keep their immunisations up to date.
10 Aug 2026
More Australians Are Accessing Bulk-Billed GP Care
More Australians are now receiving GP care without an out-of-pocket fee, with the national bulk-billing rate reaching 84.1% in the June quarter. The latest figures show bulk billing has increased across every state and territory compared with the same period last year.e Australians Are Accessing Bulk-Billed GP Care
07 Aug 2026
Tasmania launches new three-year plan to strengthen child safety across healthcare
The Tasmanian Department of Health has released a new three-year action plan aimed at improving child safety and wellbeing across the state's health system.
07 Aug 2026
Mental Health Nurse Service welcomes new providers across South Western Sydney
People accessing the Credentialed Mental Health Nurse Service (CMHNS) in South Western Sydney will continue to receive the same care, with two organisations taking over service delivery from 1 August.
07 Aug 2026
From personal loss to national leadership: Henry Brodaty's lifelong commitment to dementia care
A family experience with Alzheimer's disease inspired Professor Henry Brodaty to dedicate his career to improving dementia care in Australia.