‘Very worrying’: Study sounds alarm on GLP-1 misuse US research found one-third of surveyed eating disorder patients had used the drugs, prompting Australian GPs to warn that missed screening could cause harm.
SafeScript prompts ‘sustained decline’ in multiple prescribers A study has found use of the monitoring program led to a 15% drop in patients seeing several prescribers.
Illegal peptide warnings intensify amid acute liver toxicity Six Victorian cases have been linked to the unapproved drugs, as Australia’s CMO sounds the alarm on the escalating health threat.
EOIs open for Victorian GPs’ ADHD training The RACGP’s training will begin in September, with qualified GPs able to diagnose, treat and prescribe medication for the disorder.
In Practice: Practical strategies for ADHD navigation A webinar will explore how GPs can use collaborative goal setting to help families experiencing behaviour challenges.
TGA targets illegal peptides in new compliance crackdown In a ‘scaling up of regulatory attention’, the medicines watchdog has formally deemed illegal peptides a compliance priority for 2026.
‘Just another glossy report’: RACGP rejects pharmacy claims Data released by the Guild says pharmacy prescribing will save $1 billion annually, but the college has labelled it ‘lobbyist-led policy’.
GPs’ outstanding community contributions honoured More than a dozen GPs are being celebrated and recognised for their service as part of the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.
GPs called to action on World Environment Day The RACGP is advocating for urgent action on climate change, with one expert saying GPs are ‘healers beyond our consult rooms’.
Docs don craziest socks It’s a fun day with a serious message – this Crazysocks4docs Day, GPs are reminded that ‘it’s safe to ask for help’.