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04 May 2026
Support heart health this Heart Week
This Heart Week (4–10 May), start a conversation with your patients about heart health and the positive steps they can take to reduce their heart…
General practice
01 May 2026
Updated Australian Asthma Guidelines – new resources to support implementation
The National Asthma Council (NAC) updated the Australian Asthma Handbook in September 2025, with important changes to asthma management for adults and adolescents (aged 12…
Events
21 April 2026
Now Available: Medcast Medicare Business Skills Hub FastTrack – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Assessments
First Nations peoples continue to experience significantly poorer health outcomes, with life expectancy almost 10 years lower than other Australians. General practice plays a key…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
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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
24 December 2025
Pre-travel consult? Make measles immunity a priority
Measles is increasing globally with outbreaks occurring in many popular travel destinations such as Indonesia, Vietnam, New Zealand, UK, USA, Canada, and Thailand and surrounding…
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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09 December 2025
Summer preparedness in general practice
As summer approaches, it’s important for general practices to be ready for the challenges that extreme weather and natural disasters can bring. HealthPathways Melbourne –…
General practice
09 December 2025
Palliative Care Support Services during the holiday period
As we approach the Christmas holiday period, take a moment to acknowledge the unique blend of challenges and rewards that come with working in the…
General practice
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…
General practice
08 December 2025
Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) – Helpful tips and resources
With the introduction of the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP) and its guidelines, we have noticed an increase in general queries particularly regarding co-billing,…
General practice
08 December 2025
Christmas/New Year closure checklist for 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
04 December 2025
New MyMedicare Checklist for General Practices
EMPHN has released a new resource to support your general practice in registering patients for MyMedicare. General Practices have been supporting patients to register with…
General practice