26 Oct 2023
Launch of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Plan
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Plan aims to deliver positive outcomes in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
26 Oct 2023
$147.5 million for research into rare illnesses, multidisciplinary primary care, cardiovascular disease and diabetes
Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) grant opportunities to the value of $147.5 million are now available.
26 Oct 2023
Victorian medical practitioner’s registration cancelled following assault
A Victorian general practitioner has been found to have engaged in professional misconduct and has, along with other sanctions, had his registration cancelled.
26 Oct 2023
Submission to National Housing and Homelessness Plan
The AMA’s submission to the federal government’s housing and homelessness plan says the plan must clearly reflect the direct link between housing and health.
26 Oct 2023
Calls for clearer labels on health risks of alcohol
The AMA has joined the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education for stronger labels on alcohol products to warn consumers of health risks associated with excessive consumption.
26 Oct 2023
‘A shining example of dedication, empathy and leadership’
Inspiring speeches and stories were heard as the college celebrated the 2023 RACGP Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health awards.
26 Oct 2023
Welcome to WONCA’: Conference officially opens
GPs from around the globe have bonded over their shared challenges, experiences, and knowledge – united, despite their practices being worlds apart.
26 Oct 2023
A ‘shared vocabulary’ needed in uncertain times: WONCA President
The problematic forces impacting global health and family medicine require reflection and values-based action, says Dr Anna Stavdal.
26 Oct 2023
AMA and private healthcare sector leaders agree on need for reform
Leaders from across the private health sector met in Canberra last week at an AMA workshop to discuss what reforms are needed to ensure the sustainability of the sector into the future.
26 Oct 2023
In Practice: NDIS information sessions
The NDIA is running online information sessions throughout November to help GPs navigate changes to the early childhood approach