‘We need to act now’: GPs call for action on equality this IWD With the pandemic further highlighting ongoing and persistent inequality, GPs say this year’s International Women’s Day theme – #BreaktheBias – could not be more timely.
Weight stigma: Why everybody needs to act Weight stigma is one of the most common forms of discrimination in modern societies, alongside racism and sexism, writes Dr Georgia Rigas.
GPs past and present honoured on Australia Day Sixteen GPs were recognised in the Australia Day Honours list for their contribution to medicine and society.
Tired, fed up, exhausted: COVID healthcare worker toll revealed For most on the COVID-19 frontline, stress has increased – but the vaccine rollout and prospect of eased restrictions has boosted morale.
Gender bias is still putting women’s health at risk It’s no secret men and women are different, but these differences have not been reflected accurately in the field of medicine.
Achieving equality in a COVID-19 world The coronavirus pandemic has increased the gender equality gap but efforts aimed at tackling systemic inequalities provide hope for the future.
General practice ‘game changers’ receive Australia Day Honours A number of GPs were recognised for their service to medicine, along with other contributions they have made to various causes.
Can Australia be the first country to eliminate HIV transmission? Significant progress has been made, but experts say the country still has a long way to go to meet the 2022 target of virtual elimination.
Doctors urged to fight stigma and seek mental health support New research released ahead of World Mental Health Day has revealed COVID’s widespread impact on the wellbeing of healthcare workers.
Safe health workers, safe patients This year’s World Patient Safety Day highlights the challenges facing healthcare workers – and the impact this can have on patients.