GP ‘gag clause’ for VAD to be scrapped Victorian doctors could soon be allowed to raise voluntary assisted dying with their patients for the first time after the State Government vowed to update laws currently ‘impeding access’.
How is VAD operating in each state? An inaugural report assesses how voluntary assisted dying services are performing across Australia, and recommendations to improve care.
‘The law will be changed’: GP laments impact of VAD ruling A ruling this week in the Federal Court confirmed that telehealth cannot be used during the voluntary assisted dying process.
GP resources for voluntary assisted dying New laws mean GPs are ‘almost certain’ to be asked about VAD, and an upcoming event aims to help them answer.
States take more steps on voluntary assisted dying laws There have been significant moves on voluntary assisted dying legislation around the country this month.
Voluntary assisted dying and the role of the GP With assisted dying debates taking place in parliaments around the country, the question now is: What does it mean for GPs?