MedTree Post: Insights & Tips for Healthcare Pros

14 Mar 2025

AMA pushing against inaction on genetic testing in life insurance ban

The proposed ban has yet to be implemented.

05 Apr 2025

Stephen Duckett speaks to ‘transformative’ long-term changes for GPs

27 Mar 2025

AMA25 conference registrations — get your early bird discounted registration!

05 Apr 2025

Drug summit report reveals points for reform

Building a better trained workforce is among its recommendations, with GPs calling for recognition of their ‘life-saving role’.

05 May 2026

AMA Calls for Sugar Tax to Fight Rising Obesity Rates

The Australian Medical Association is urging the Federal Government to introduce a tax on sugar-sweetened drinks as part of efforts to address Australia’s growing obesity crisis.

25 May 2026

New Bulk Billing Calculator and Aged Care Pricing Changes Announced

A new government calculator has been introduced to help GP clinics and practice managers understand the financial benefits of switching to a fully bulk billing model, while also allowing them to show interest in a new incentive program.

26 May 2026

GPs Encouraged to Improve Inclusive Care for Rainbow Families

General practices across Australia are being reminded to provide more inclusive and respectful care for rainbow families, including LGBTQIA+ parents and carers.

17 Oct 2025

National Palliative Care Workforce Resilient but Under Pressure, Survey Finds

Palliative Care Australia (PCA) has released findings from its 2024 National Palliative Care Workforce Survey, presented at the Oceanic Palliative Care Conference in Brisbane.

04 Dec 2025

Celebrating rural GPs – One Hat at a Time

Rural general practitioners are known for juggling multiple roles, but for newly recognised rural Fellows, one role now comes with a meaningful symbol of pride and connection.