Voluntary assisted dying
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Information on voluntary assisted dying substances
Learn how the voluntary assisted dying substance is managed in Queensland, including QVAD-Pharmacy and authorised disposers.
Contact us
Contact QVAD-Support
Email: qvadsupport@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: 1800 431 371
Contact the Voluntary Assisted Dying Unit
Email: VAD@health.qld.gov.au
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Apply to become a voluntary assisted dying practitioner
Learn more about the practitioner eligibility requirements and submit your application to become an authorised voluntary assisted dying practitioner.
Education module for healthcare workers
Developed in partnership with Queensland University of Technology, this short online education module is available to all healthcare workers in Queensland. It provides an overview of the voluntary assisted dying process, and roles and responsibilities of healthcare workers.
Queensland Voluntary Assisted Dying Handbook
The Queensland Voluntary Assisted Dying Handbook (QVAD Handbook) assists healthcare workers, health services and others to understand their roles and responsibilities, and supports compliance with the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (the Act).
Glossary of terms
Read the frequently used terms related to Queensland's Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021.
Last updated: 12 May 2023