IWD: ‘Every woman can find her tribe to cheer her on’ One female GP draws on her global experiences to achieve equality, ahead of the RACGP’s International Women’s Day event series.
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’.
‘Marshmallow-gate’ exposes ‘broader problem in our health system’ GPs say now is the time for systemic change, after a leaked email from a NSW hospital compared junior doctors to ‘clinical marshmallows’.
GPs in training jump by 34% in SA This includes 60% more GPs training on a rural pathway, and while the RACGP welcomed the rise, it says ‘more must be done’.
Updates to RACGP training program eligibility The college is bringing in changes in 2025.2 to improve the GP training experience and steer the workforce in ‘the right direction’.
Work–life balance shines for GPs in training: Survey The annual Medical Training Survey has revealed positive feedback for RACGP training, with some areas for improvement.
New eating disorder resource ‘a win-win’ for GPs and patients Created with GPs, for GPs, the new RACGP-endorsed point-of-care tool supports early detection, treatment and referrals in a bid to fill gaps in care.
RACGP backs ban on genetic test results use in life insurance The Federal Government will outlaw the use of results in life insurance underwriting so patients can get tested without fear of financial insecurity.
224 new GP Fellows for NSW The Fellows will now embark on the next stage of their career, with the RACGP President saying they are needed ‘more than ever’.
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.