Disability royal commission gets underway As the inquiry into violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation of people with disability begins, Australia has been warned to expect shocking stories.
Respect Matters: One aim, different outcomes? A new program aims to inform young people on consent issues, but inconsistent legislation across states could be hindering attempts at education.
Looking at all sides of family violence Examining new data on those most vulnerable to family, domestic and sexual violence, and some of the help available to survivors and perpetrators.
What is a GP’s role when they suspect a patient is at risk of radicalisation to violence? GPs can be vital in determining whether patients are a risk to themselves or the community.
Inside and outside the consulting room: GP opinion in 2019 Observant by nature, GPs’ thoughts and feelings extend well beyond the confines of the practice.
The year so far in general practice Locally, nationally, clinically, professionally, the beginning of 2019 has been a busy time for general practice. We look at the most popular newsGP articles from the first part of the year.
Reclaiming her voice: GP and family violence survivor speaks out Somewhere in Australia right now, there is a GP who is suffering.
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.
Major funding boost for family violence training The Federal Government has said it plans to provide further training to 5000 primary care workers across Australia.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and family violence A new report of previously unpublished data reveals the extent of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women’s experience of family violence.