New oral GLP-1 shows promise: Study New research found patients taking orforglipron have more weight loss than those taking semaglutide, as the manufacturer works to get the drug approved by the TGA.
2026 flu vaccines ready to roll out A new factsheet has been released, providing practical advice for GPs administering this year’s influenza vaccines.
Expanded MBS access for GP-referred speech pathology The investment will increase access to support services for children and young people with severe speech and language disorders.
GPs’ central role in Wegovy’s PBS recommendation How a small, dedicated team of GPs advocated for patients to have affordable access to ‘lifechanging’ obesity treatment.
When is deprescribing psychotropic medications appropriate? Global experts have considered when clinicians should prescribe and renew medication – urging the need for recognition of treatment endpoints.
TGA tells GPs to ‘take action now’ on vitamin B6 toxicity Amid a vitamin B6 crackdown, the TGA is warning of a paradox where common symptoms of toxicity are similar to those of B6 deficiency.
Flu deaths reach 25-year high More than 1700 deaths were recorded in 2025, the most since 2001, serving as a reminder for ‘GPs to do their part’.
Fasting reduces Crohn’s disease symptoms by 40%: Study While new research shows significant improvements in discomfort, its application to ‘real life’ remains unproven, says a GP expert.
Experts welcome upward trend of cervical self-collection By the end of 2023, self-collected HPV samples accounted for 27% of all tests, demonstrating a ‘valuable tool’ to increase uptake.
Free RSV vaccines for WA aged care residents An estimated 15,000 people are expected to get a subsidised Arexvy vaccine – a reform long advocated for by the RACGP.