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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’.
‘No plans’ to allow private health cover of GP care The Health Minister ruled out scrapping a ban on the insurers subsidising GP visits, citing concerns it would create a two-tier healthcare system.
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.
Private health insurers offering telehealth: A risk to Medicare? As more private health insurers offer digital GP consults, what does this mean for Medicare and primary care services?
Bupa launches free telehealth consults The private health insurer now offers free appointments to members, but GP experts are questioning the service, saying ‘nothing is free’.
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.
Sweeping NDIS changes on the way The RACGP welcomed the bill passing through the Parliament but stressed that its new assessment process has not been finalised.