Applications open to establish priority primary care centre in Sunbury
Better care for trans, gender-diverse and non-binary patients
A guide to getting the most out of the National Cancer Screening Register
PIP QI in depth: Weight management in general practice – the challenges of recording and managing BMI
New online CPD training released after NWMPHN cancer screening program goes statewide
Early interventions for healthy ageing project coming soon – register for Tenderlink now
Strep right up: understanding the health news
What to expect when a loved one wants to die at home
Priority Primary Care Centre keeps locals out of hospital
Webinar: Get up to speed on invasive group A streptococcus
New My Health Record virtual classroom sessions
The 2023 seasonal influenza vaccination advice is now available
News from around our region
Tell us about 'care as usual' for women after gestational diabetes
6 November 2025 | University of Melbourne Department of General Practice and Primary CareManagement of pregnancy-related hypertension in the postpartum period
3 November 2025 | Dr Naomi Whyler (Monash University)Mental health care providers urged to complete survey on supporting Muslim clients impacted by suicide
6 October 2025 | The University of MelbourneUpdated NCIRS resource on Recommended sites for childhood vaccination now available
30 September 2025 | National Centre for Immunisation Research and SurveillanceHost a student nurse at your practice through APNA's placement program
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We acknowledge the people of the Kulin nations as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our work in the community takes place. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
We also recognise, respect and affirm the central role played in our work by people with lived experience, their families and/or carers.
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