22 Feb 2024
Why I’m a Dr4Drs – Dr Annette Barratt
Dr Annette Barratt, the state Medical Director of Drs4Drs in Tasmania, recently spoke to federal AMA staff about the Drs4Drs service.
22 Feb 2024
AMA submission calls for reform to unfair health rules affecting prisoners
The AMA is calling for reforms to unfair and outdated rules that prevent Australian prisoners from receiving equitable healthcare.
22 Feb 2024
Mekong region health professionals visit the AMA
This month, the AMA hosted a group of international doctors to discuss gender equity in medicine and healthcare.
22 Feb 2024
AMA responds to closure of the Veterans’ MATES program
The AMA will advocate for a new program to support better health outcomes for veterans following a decision to end the Veterans’ MATES program.
22 Feb 2024
Legionnaires’ disease alert for Sydney
NSW Health is advising people who have spent time in areas near Victoria Park in Camperdown, including parts of the University of Sydney Camperdown campus.
22 Feb 2024
AMA Submission on changes to the National Law
The AMA has provided a submission to state and territory health ministers on proposed changes to the National Law for health practitioners in relation to sexual misconduct.
22 Feb 2024
Exclusive: Health Minister joins AMA President for podcast
Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler joined AMA President Professor Steve Robson to talk all things health on the Doctorama podcast.
22 Feb 2024
Funding helps mobile GP clinic treating ‘forgotten’ patients roll on
It is free, accessible, and non-judgemental. And for more than 20 years, Street Doctor has brought healthcare to those who would otherwise go without.
22 Feb 2024
Why 2024 is ‘an exciting time in general practice training’
The sunshine state’s RACGP training director expects nationwide collaboration will see continued outcome improvement in the years ahead.
22 Feb 2024
In Practice: Celebrate International Women’s Day
Be part of the conversation surrounding equal opportunities for women at one of the RACGP events being hosted in all capital cities and online.