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The Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP) has called on the Federal Government to establish an independent pricing authority to ensure Medicare rebates accurately reflect the true cost of delivering care. RACGP President Dr Michael Wright said the College’s pre-budget submission highlights the need for an independent body to ensure rebates are backed by … Continued
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Key Facts: Is there a link between psychiatric drugs and violence including suicide? TGA issued warnings about the risk of homicidal ideation associated with the ADHD drug atomoxetine in paediatric patients. New documentary: Prescription for Violence: Psychiatry’s Deadly Side Effects. The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) has launched the global release of Prescription for … Continued
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The GYDER® Navigation System is the world’s first commercially available pin-less & image-less computer assisted technology for real time guidance during Total Hip Arthroplasty using the Anterior Approach PALO ALTO, Calif. and MULGRAVE, Australia, Feb. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gyder Surgical, a MedTech company specializing in intuitive, non-invasive orthopedic navigation solutions, today announced the successful completion … Continued
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UNSW Sydney Professor Jason Abbott, one of Australia’s most experienced endometriosis specialists, is available for comment about ABC Four Corners’ investigation into the treatment of a young woman who underwent multiple surgeries for “severe endometriosis”, despite pathology findings reportedly showing little or no evidence of disease. Professor Abbott is the Interim Director at the Ainsworth … Continued
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What: Dementia Australia’s Canberra Memory Walk & Jog When: Sunday 22 February from 7:30am Who: More than 1,300 locals participating on the day. People who have been impacted by dementia, their family, friends and carers. Special guest and MC Adrienne Francis. Where: Stage 88, Parkes Dementia Australia spokespeople and local residents … Continued
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With only a few sleeps to go, walkers, joggers, runners and volunteers are getting ready for the 2026 Cronulla Memory Walk & Jog. More than 620 people have already signed-up – but there’s always room for more. Online registrations are still open, and participants are welcome to turn up and register on the day. … Continued
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Patients in Queensland will soon find it easier than ever to see a GP, with a growing cohort of future specialist GPs commencing training in the Commonwealth-funded Australian General Practice Training (AGPT) Program with the Royal Australian College of GPs (RACGP). In 2026, 359 future GPs have commenced training in Queensland, a 6.5% increase on … Continued
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Key Facts: The Collagen Co. partners with Streets to launch two limited-edition Glow Shakes based on classic ice cream flavours New flavours include Weis Mango & Ice Cream and Splice Pine Lime Ice Cream variants Products combine nostalgic tastes with nutritionally balanced meal replacement formula Available from 16 February 2026 in Australia, priced at $79.00 … Continued
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Key Facts: Her Confidant launches Australia's first somatic intimacy programme, The Reawakening, designed to help women reconnect with their bodies and confidence Nearly 50% of midlife women report poor sexual wellbeing, with many avoiding dating due to safety concerns and lack of meaningful connection The programme includes sessions with sexologists, psychologists, and intimacy professionals, alongside … Continued
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Former AFL star Brendan Fevola and his father, Angelo, share their shingles experiences for Shingles Action Week (23 February – 1 March 2026). Almost all Australian adults carry the inactive varicella zoster virus that causes shingles, from a previous chickenpox infection.1-3 ‘Shingles Action Week’ (23 February – 1 March 2026) refocuses Australia’s annual shingles awareness campaign on the need to take action, especially for the millions of adults aged over 50 living with long-term health conditions that can increase shingles risk, including cardiovascular … Continued
