Majority of women in prison are mothers: Report Nine out of 10 women in Australian prisons are mothers and two in five people entering prison have dependent children, a new survey has revealed.
Government boost of more than $50 million for women’s health The Federal Government has announced $52.2 million in funding with the launch of the National Women’s Health Strategy 2020–2030.
New clinic tailored to women’s heart health A recently opened women’s heart clinic is catering for a shortage of specialised care for heart conditions that more frequently affect women.
Online ‘map’ to support breastfeeding mums The world-first system is designed to help GPs with patients who have issues breastfeeding.
Male and female health: Side by side New reports detail overall health data for Australian men and women, revealing some informative differences – and similarities – between genders.
GP’s telehealth service to focus on rural women’s health Canberra-based GP Dr Kelly Teagle wants the newly-launched WellFemme program to be a resource for her medical colleagues, as well as patients.
Recovering from family violence – and using those techniques to help my patients Dr Imaan Joshi recently spoke about surviving family violence, raising children and gaining Fellowship. Now she writes about how she recovered from her trauma.
The RACGP is balancing for better To mark the International Women’s Day theme ‘balance for better’, RACGP CEO Dr Zena Burgess celebrates successes in gender balance.
How can GPs help women manage polycystic ovary syndrome? GP Dr Carolyn Ee writes about what is a common but often under-recognised condition.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and family violence A new report of previously unpublished data reveals the extent of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s experience of family violence.