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BMA statement on Israel's NGO policy Association criticises restriction of humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the West Bank
Presenteeism failing the NHS, finds BMA Fear of repercussions and obstacles to calling in sick is forcing many doctors to go to work while feeling unwell, finds report
BMA gravely concerned about reports of violations of medical neutrality in Iran The BMA calls on Iranian authorities to respect medical neutrality and international human rights law
Where to start The BMA junior members forum is a place for grassroots members to engage with the association for the first time. Here, a former chair looks back at how it has developed and what it hopes to achieve for its participants in future
Priority access to specialty training for UK medical graduates Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill will seek to ensure UK medical graduates be prioritised for access to core and higher training places from 2026
BMA Giving open to applications Funding is used to provide a range of help and advice to doctors in financial need and assist some back into work
BMA statement on Israel's NGO policy Association criticises restriction of humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the West Bank