How health system ‘designed by men, for men’ is failing women From pay disparity, to bias, and claims of hysteria, this International Women’s Day has given pause to reflect on the gender inequality in Australian healthcare.
Is menopause being over-medicalised? The authors of a landmark investigation are demanding a new approach, but outside experts warned against shifting too far from established treatments.
IWD: Striving for a system ‘where all people have access’ Derbarl Yerrigan’s Medical Director has shared her story ahead of RACGP WA’s International Women’s Day event.
IWD: Overcoming barriers for future generations The NT’s first Aboriginal pharmacist is now a GP, single mum, and leading advocate for gender equality in the medical profession.
IWD – ‘You can succeed based on your own terms’ RACGP leaders, past and present, will speak about the need for change as part of the college’s International Women’s Day Victoria event.
IWD: ‘Let’s accelerate gender equality’ At an upcoming event, the RACGP’s SA Chair will join a discussion on the obstacles women must overcome when achieving success.
Nearly 100 medicines added to 60-day dispensing list Treatments for diabetes, epilepsy, breast cancer, and menopause are among those now eligible for a longer prescription.
IWD: ‘The trailblazers, caregivers, innovators, and leaders who heal’ A human rights philosopher, a GP, and a social advocate will speak as part of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day Tasmanian event.
IWD: The fight against misogyny in healthcare ‘is not over’ A former UN Medical Director is sharing her inspiring story as part of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day Queensland event.
What is Ryeqo? While the medicine has already been available in Australia since 2022, it was recently approved for the treatment of endometriosis.