Monkeypox update for primary care (31 August 2022)
This session was presented by a multidisciplinary panel of health professionals from Melbourne Sexual Health Centre, Western Public Health Unit and North Eastern Public Health Unit.
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Asthma in Spring – Allergies and Thunderstorms (30 August 2022)
Presented by the National Asthma Council, this session focuses on springtime asthma and allergic rhinitis and how to manage both conditions, using the latest evidence-based guidelines. Thunderstorm asthma is a springtime phenomenon that all health professionals in primary care need to be prepared for.
To self-collect or not to self-collect? National Cervical Screening Program webinar (10 August 2022)
This session was presented by the Australian Centre for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer. It aimed to educate practitioners about recent changes to the National Cervical Screening Program including the expanded option of self-collection as a choice to all routine screening participants.
Insights and strategies to manage challenging patient outcomes (21 July 2022)
GPs, practice nurses, practice managers and practice teams: this session reviewed your responsibilities when dealing with challenging patient situations and help you to prepare for these encounters.
Deferred care session 2: cardiovascular disease, diabetes risk and cancer screening (19 July 2022)
The pandemic has seen huge numbers of patients delaying or cancelling usual – and even urgent – care. This education session explored the impact of deferred care on the population aged 30 – 65 years old and cardiovascular disease, diabetes risk and cancer screening (bowel, breast, and cervical).
Early medical abortion of pregnancy: for GPs, nurses and pharmacists (webinar 28 June 2022)
Medical termination of pregnancy is the preferred method of induced abortion for nearly 50 per cent of women worldwide who experience unwanted pregnancy. The procedure is safe, effective and legal. However, despite the legal status of abortion in Victoria there remains limited access to early medical abortion. GenWest, Women’s Health In the North, the Royal … Continued
Diagnosis and management of Long COVID-19: a multidisciplinary approach (webinar 29 June 2022)
This webinar was presented by a panel of experienced health professionals who are experts in their fields. They discussed the latest evidence-based research, their hands-on experience and case studies of long COVID.
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
