RACGP releases position statement on voluntary assisted dying The RACGP recognises that changes to the law are a matter for society and government, and health professionals must operate within boundaries of state and federal law.
Assisted dying is now legal in Victoria. How did the nation respond? A significant number of Australians now have the right to die if they are terminally ill – and meet exacting criteria.
Voluntary assisted dying: What GPs need to know With Victoria’s legislation set to come into effect – and other states considering similar laws – newsGP examines regulations, eligibility, functionality and other structures of what is a major change in Australian healthcare.
Hospital pharmacists to administer drugs for assisted dying Pharmacists at the Alfred Hospital will mix the doses to be used when Victoria’s assisted dying legislation comes into effect on 19 June.
Fear of ‘perfect storm’ with opioid prescribing and terminally ill patients A prominent academic wants to alleviate GPs’ concerns about potential professional repercussions – and prevent them from leaving palliative care.
What would it take for me to participate in voluntary assisted dying? After decades of providing palliative care, Dr Horst Herb would be willing to be involved with legal voluntary assisted dying – as long as he knew the patient well. He reflects on that realisation following news that more Australians are seeking euthanasia overseas.
Voluntary Assisted Dying information sessions announced As the implementation of voluntary assisted dying approaches in Victoria, GPs will be able to learn more about the process and what it means for them.
Will palliative care and voluntary assisted dying clash – or collaborate? As voluntary assisted dying becomes legal for a quarter of all Australians later this year, experts say that well-funded palliative care will only become more important – not less.
Victoria confirms access to medication for voluntary assisted dying The state’s journey towards voluntary assisted dying took a significant step forward over the weekend.
Talking about organ donation in general practice Dr Chris Hogan spoke to newsGP about initiating what can be a delicate conversation.