Title: News

IOC expands trans inclusion in Female Olympic Sport

After the controversy over Laurel Hubbard at the Tokyo Olympics, the IOC has released new rules on transgender inclusion in women’s sport.

18 November 2021

Polish woman’s tragic death does not support greater access to abortion

The tragic death of a 30-year-old woman in Poland has sparked protests and calls for a review of the country’s strict abortion laws, which were tightened earlier this year.

15 November 2021

Victims of forced sterilisation deserve a more convincing advocate

Jamal Hakim, Managing Director of Marie Stopes Australia, has called for redress for women who were sterilised without their consent because of a disability.

14 November 2021

Calls to boost Thailand’s economy with multi-billion dollar sex trade

The ABC has run a piece that appears to lament the struggling sex industry in Thailand amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

11 November 2021

Medicare rebate for genetic testing during IVF – gift or grievance?

From 1 November 2021, Australians going through IVF can claim a Medicare rebate for genetic testing to screen embryos before implantation.

8 November 2021

We need freedom to debate treatment for patients with gender dysphoria

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists’ (RANZCP) position statement on gender dysphoria acknowledges there are different perspectives on the treatment of trans patients.

7 November 2021

UK Review finds trans athletes retain unfair advantages

An 18 month review of sporting bodies released in the UK has found that transgender athletes competing as women retain innate performance advantages over females, even after transitioning.

3 November 2021

Psychiatrists’ college emphasises need for ‘comprehensive assessment’ of those experiencing gender dysphoria

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists has released its first position statement on gender dysphoria.

1 November 2021

Miracle baby born to 70-year-old mum gives older women false hope

IVF doctors have enabled a 70-year-old woman in India to give birth — offering countless older women false hope about their own chances.

31 October 2021