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Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Veterans face unique health challenges due to their service experiences, with issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), pain, and substance use often going under-identified. Engaging in a comprehensive Veteran Health Check ensures early identification and proactive management, helping veterans transition smoothly to civilian healthcare. This Practice review effectively addresses gaps in GP knowledge and skills related to veteran related health impacts and care, ultimately equipping them to better serve this vulnerable population. It provides guidance on navigating veteran-specific health services and support systems, which are necessary for effective care.
0.5 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Professionalism
Ethical practice
Addressing health inequities
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Chronic pain is a prevalent issue among veterans, significantly impacting their quality of life and mental health. General practitioners (GPs) are often the first point of contact for veterans seeking care, positioning them uniquely to address this complex issue. Effective management requires an understanding of the unique challenges veterans face, including the interplay between chronic pain and mental health conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. GPs need to be equipped with evidence-based strategies to provide holistic, patient-centered care while leveraging multidisciplinary support and available resources.
0.5 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Professionalism
Ethical practice
Addressing health inequities
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
GPs will learn to recognise and respond to the unique healthcare needs of veterans, particularly in the realm of mental health. They will gain insights into the higher prevalence of mental health issues among veterans, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. The activity will equip GPs with knowledge about specific screening tools and assessments tailored for veterans, such as PTSD screenings and the VETERANS lens approach, enhancing their ability to provide targeted care.
0.5 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Addressing health inequities
Professionalism
Ethical practice
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The high demand for veteran health services is evident, with approximately 6,000 personnel leaving the Australian Defence Force annually, and around 20% transitioning for medical reasons. These individuals require tailored healthcare services to address both immediate and long-term health issues, highlighting the need for specialised training among healthcare providers. This eLearning will work through the Veteran Health Check and provide an opportunity to apply the VETERANS Lens.
0.5 Educational activity hour
0.5 Performance review hour
Addressing health inequities
Professionalism
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
This interactive eLearning course addresses key knowledge and skill gaps in the assessment and management of suicide risk among veterans—a population with significantly elevated suicide rates post-discharge. It equips GPs to recognise and respond to veteran-specific mental health concerns, such as PTSD and depression, through targeted questioning, sensitive conversations, and appropriate use of support services like Open Arms. The course also supports GPs in developing effective follow-up care plans and navigating complex veteran health systems to ensure comprehensive care.
0.5 Educational activity hour
1 Performance review hour
Culturally safe practice
Ethical practice
Professionalism
Addressing health inequities
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Sexual difficulties are common among men of all ages but do increase in prevalence in older men. General practice is the first step in addressing male health and wellbeing. It is imperative that sexual health and sexual functioning is discussed with a doctor as part of a standard health check and across all ages and stages of adult life.This training course will address the various aspects of male sexual function and associated pathologies including:sexual functioningerectile dysfunction and contributing conditions/causesissues of ejaculation and ejaculatory disordersthe psychosocial impact of sexual dysfunctiontreatment and supports available in primary health care.
3 Educational activity hours
2 Performance review hours
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Acral melanoma is a rare form of melanoma occurring on the palms, soles or under the nails, often overlooked due to its uncommon location, making it crucial for healthcare professionals to recognise its signs for early diagnosis and treatment. Our latest webinar features multidisciplinary experts discussing the incidence, diagnosis, management and follow up of acral melanoma.
1 Educational activity hour
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
The Australian National Men’s Health Strategy 2020-20301 identifies sexual and reproductive health as a priority health issue.To diagnose and manage such conditions, GPs must be equipped with current, accessible clinical resources based on the best available evidence and have the skills and confidence to provide patients with the information they need to manage their condition. This eLearning course aims to equip GPs, practice nurses, and other health practitioners with the knowledge and skills to confidently deliver comprehensive preconception care to male patients.
1.5 Educational activity hours
0.5 Performance review hour
Professionalism
Ethical practice
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Infertility affects around one in six couples worldwide, with male factors contributing significantly to many cases. Yet, in Australia, referral rates for men remain lower than for women, and there is limited practical guidance for GPs on assessing and managing male infertility in primary care. This evidence-based course empowers GPs to confidently address male fertility concerns, providing up-to-date Australian guidelines and practical tools for assessment, diagnosis, and referral. Participants will learn to identify reversible and lifestyle-related factors, recognise comorbidities that may present through fertility issues, and provide male-centred, culturally sensitive care. Designed specifically for busy GPs, this course supports best practice fertility care, promotes equitable access to reproductive health services for men, and ultimately improves outcomes for couples planning a family.
3 Educational activity hours
0.5 Performance review hour
Addressing health inequities
Professionalism
Ethical practice
Date: 01/01/2026 Location: Other
Women’s health is a cornerstone of general practice, with GPs playing a vital role in managing a broad spectrum of conditions across different life stages. This webinar, clinical summaries and mini audit, provides an evidence-based update on key areas including menopause management, contraception in perimenopause, and early detection of ovarian and breast cancer. In addition, we will explore best practices in asthma management, including the interpretation of spirometry results, recent guidelines on short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs), and identifying signs of poor asthma control.
3 Educational activity hours
2 Outcome measurement hours
1.5 Performance review hours
Addressing health inequities
Professionalism
Ethical practice