Deferred care session 1: immunisations, STIs and mental health in younger adults (webinar 23 June 2022)

The pandemic has seen huge numbers of patients delaying or cancelling usual – and even urgent – care. This education session highlighted local statistics, key targets and achievable strategies for improving care for patients aged 20 to 30. Our speakers provided tips, resources, pathways and support options with a focus on immunisations, STIs and mental … Continued

Emerging treatments in atopic dermatitis (eczema) – webinar held 7 June 2022

This education session covered the latest approaches to treatment and management of atopic dermatitis. Speakers discussed recent research and advanced targeted therapies now approved for use in patients with moderate to severe disease.

The CanEAT cancer nutrition care pathway (webinar 22 June 2022)

3 in 5 patients with cancer have a nutrition symptom that is stopping them from eating well. At least 1 in 4 will develop malnutrition, and up to 3 in 5 will develop sarcopenia. Many patients also experience cachexia. Optimal nutrition is crucial for preventing and treating these complex conditions and results in better health … Continued

Cyber security, data breach and electronic communication with patients (webinar 21 June 2022)

As practices become increasingly reliant on digital communication, cyber threats, data loss and patient privacy breaches are becoming all too common. This session examined cyber security processes and outlined practices’ responsibilities for managing patient and business data safely.

COVID-19 oral antivirals in general practice (webinar 20 June 2022)

With the COVID-19 antivirals Paxlovid and Lagevrio now listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), GPs play a pivotal role in managing patients with COVID-19 infections. However, there are significant challenges in prescribing these medications. Our expert panel included a respiratory specialist, a GP and a community pharmacist. They provided the latest evidence, hands-on experience … Continued

Help, she’s pregnant; what do I do now? (webinar 25 May 2022)

The aim of this Western Health session was to: provide a clear understanding of what to discuss with a woman when she presents in early pregnancy which tests to offer, order and why support practitioners to identify women who may be high risk and require early referral and initiation of preventative management.

NWMPHN Governance, Operational and Advisory Structure

Infographic showing the governance, operational and advisory structure of Melbourne Primary Care Network and North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network.

Identify and recall patients at risk of COVID-19 (webinar 5 May 2022)

This session focused on easy to implement methods for effectively identifying and recalling patients at risk of COVID-19 needing booster vaccination.

Diagnostic pathways for children suspected of autism spectrum disorder (webinar 10 May 2022)

This webinar provides an overview of diagnostic pathways available to children suspected of having autism spectrum disorder. Specific focus was placed on Melton Health’s multidisciplinary autism assessment program and how this can be accessed.

Starting and stopping, duration of menopause hormone therapy use (webinar 5 April 2022)

This webinar updated GPs on the recent review of the menopause and menopause hormone therapy (MHT) HealthPathways. There was also a presentation on common questions and misunderstandings around MHT.