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07 January 2026
Extreme heat – information for health professionals
Heatwaves and extreme temperatures can lead to serious health risks. Health professionals are key to identifying, managing and preventing heat-related illnesses. As of Tuesday 6…
General practice
18 December 2025
Final review of the PHN program released
Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network (EMPHN) today welcomes the findings and recommendations of the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DHDA) Review of the PHN…
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08 December 2025
General Practice in Aged Care Incentive – Program guidelines update
The 2025 General Practice in Aged Care Incentive program guidelines have changed in appearance and have two eligibility changes outlined below. There are no other…
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09 December 2024
Christmas/New Year closure checklist for General Practices
Prepare for the holiday season by following these steps to ensure your practice is organised and your patients are supported for your upcoming Christmas/ New…
General practice
05 December 2024
Urgent Care Clinics – Accessible care when your patients need it
Urgent Care Clincs Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) are designed to deliver prompt care for non-critical health concerns, including mild infections, fractures, and burns. Operating 14…
General practice
04 December 2024
GP Incentive Review event with Dr Stephen Duckett
This morning, we were joined by Practice Managers and General Practitioners in the catchment for a special briefing hosted by Dr Stephen Duckett AM, EMPHN…
Events
03 December 2024
Case study spotlight: Right Care Better Health
Within the catchment, there are approximately 129,000 people living alone*, and an estimated 38,432 people living with three or more chronic conditions*. Living alone can…
Commissioned services
02 December 2024
EMPHN Health Needs Assessment 2025-2028
The EMPHN 2025 – 2028 Health Needs Assessment (HNA) is now available to view on our website. This Heath Needs Assessment (HNA) presents a systematic…
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29 November 2024
Would you like to make a difference in community health in our area? Join WiseCrowd!
If you live or work in the east or north-east of Melbourne, you’re eligible to join WiseCrowd, our community and consumer panel. WiseCrowd is a…
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25 November 2024
POLAR Tip – MyMedicare Registration
Did you know that the POLAR Clinic Summary Report includes a MyMedicare registration filter? To use this filter, simply add your patients’ MyMedicare registration details…
Digital health
25 November 2024
Services Australia Update – Changes to Organisation Register and keeping your practice accreditation details current
Services Australia – Updates to the Organisation Register in December Services Australia has advised there will be a system release for the Organisation Register on…
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25 November 2024
MyMedicare Registration News
MyMedicare Registration update MyMedicare registrations continue to increase, particularly general practice-led registrations. As of 6 November 2024, 2,126,435 patients, 6,329 general practices and ~47,000 provider…
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