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16 June 2026
1800MEDICARE – new resources available
The 1800MEDICARE service provides free, nationwide health advice and navigation, helping people connect to the right care at the right time while reducing pressure on…
1800Medicare
16 June 2026
Changes to adult pneumococcal vaccination schedule from 1 July
From 1 July 2026 there will be changes to the adult pneumococcal vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Key changes: The Department of…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
16 June 2026
A GP guide to medicare billing for eating disorders in general practice: Medcast Medicare Business Skills Hub latest FastTrack
Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental health condition (Butterfly Foundation, 2024), making early intervention essential. GPs are often the first to identify concerns and play…
General practice
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06 February 2026
Think measles vaccination status at every health check
Measles remains a global threat and Victoria continues to be at risk of measles outbreaks. Vaccination is the best way to protect against measles, and…
General practice
03 February 2026
Primary Health Care Nurses Day 2026: Celebrating and supporting practice nurses
Eastern Melbourne PHN is proud to celebrate Primary Health Care Nurses Day on Wednesday, 4 February 2026, acknowledging the invaluable contribution nurses make across Australia’s…
General practice
02 February 2026
Aged Care On site Pharmacist Measure – Residential Aged Care Home Eligibility Update
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing advises that residential aged care home eligibility to participate in the Aged Care On-site Pharmacist (ACOP) Measure will…
27 January 2026
EMPHN Aged Care Collaborative Sessions – Strengthening communication across the sector
As care needs within residential aged care become increasingly complex, providers and clinicians are navigating growing demands, system pressures, and evolving models of care. To…
Aged and palliative care
27 January 2026
Victoria’s Urgent Care Clinics milestone and what General Practice need to know about UCC referrals
Victoria’s Urgent Care Clinics mark one million visits Victoria’s Urgent Care Clinics (UCCs) have surpassed one million patient visits over the past 3 years, playing…
General practice
23 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. The Bureau of Meteorology…
General practice
23 January 2026
Provider Connect Australia – Helping healthcare providers stay connected
The Provider Connect Australia (PCA) initiative is a free national service developed by the Australian Digital Health Agency (ADHA). It provides a single, reliable place…
Digital enablement
19 January 2026
Seeking GP responses – Tell us what you need
Thank you to everyone who has already shared their thoughts by completing EMPHN’s General Practice Needs Survey. To hear from as many GPs as possible,…
General practice
12 January 2026
Latest general practice resources – GPACI MBS user guide & multi-disciplinary care checklists
We can now share the latest resources designed to support general practices with General Practice Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) MBS billing as well as strengthen…
General practice