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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…
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19 June 2026
EOIs now open: ADHD Training and Support Program
Victorian GPs are invited to register their interest in an upcoming ADHD Training and Support Program designed to expand scope of practice in diagnosing and managing…
General practice
16 June 2026
National Menopause and Perimenopause awareness campaign
The Australian Government has launched the National Menopause and Perimenopause Awareness Campaign to improve access to reliable information and support for women aged 35 and…
General practice
09 June 2026
How EMPHN supports emergency response and how primary care can contribute
Maintaining access to primary health care is critical during emergency response and recovery. Strengthening capacity and enabling an integrated, coordinated response across primary care providers…
General practice
01 June 2026
Identifying carbon monoxide exposure in patients with non‑specific symptoms
Carbon monoxide poisoning remains an important but often overlooked differential diagnosis in general practice, particularly during the cooler months when households rely more heavily on…
General practice
01 June 2026
Vacancy – Doctors in Secondary Schools program
Are you passionate about adolescent health and motivated to make a real impact in the lives of young people in the community? Eastern Melbourne PHN…
General practice
01 June 2026
National Immunisation Program RSV immunisation program for older adults commences
The National Immunisation Program (NIP) has expanded eligibility for RSV vaccination, marking an important update for general practice. Adults aged 75 years and over, as…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
29 May 2026
Now Available – Medcast Medicare Business Skills Hub FastTrack CPD: Providing proactive care with the General Practice in Aged Care Incentive
Providing high‑quality primary care in residential aged care homes can come with unique clinical and administrative challenges. The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive (GPACI) incentive is designed to support…
General practice
27 May 2026
National Reconciliation Week – All In
Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week, a time for all of us to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to…
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
26 May 2026
Ebola preparedness in healthcare: recognising symptoms and taking action
On the 17 May 2026, the Director-General of the World Health Organization determined that the ongoing outbreak of Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus (BVD)…
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