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Multiple sclerosis - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Multiple sclerosis is an incurable, chronic condition that is often diagnosed in the prime of life - between 20 and 40 years of age. Discover what you need to know as a GP about timely recognition of this disease and effective management, including the use of disease-modifying therapies. 30mins each of EA and RP CPD available with the quiz.
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Oral mucosal ulcers are highly prevalent, affecting up to 25% of the general population. This FastTrack fact sheet contains what is important in primary care when it comes to assessing and managing these patients, including red flags for potential malignancy and when to refer. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available.
From 1 Nov 2025, the Australian government is making important changes with the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program (BBPIP). This FastTrack is a concise summary of how to make the most of the BBPIP, from registration, eligibility considerations, and a step-by-step approach to preparing your practice for the changes.
Two of the four core palliative care medicines are clonazepam and haloperidol, used respectively to manage anxiety and emesis in end-of-life patients. This FastTrack highlights the role of the GP in treating these two common symptoms, focusing on pharmacological strategies. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.
Iron deficiency is the most common nutritional disorder around the world, affecting a disproportionate number of women. This FastTrack provides a concise summary of iron replacement in pre-menopausal women, with specific attention to menstruation and pregnancy-related iron deficiency. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.
Health assessments (HAs) are one of the best tools in general practice for proactive, planned care and coordination of multidisciplinary involvement but are often under-utilised. This FastTrack focuses on commonly used MBS health assessment items (701–707, 715, 699, 695), with tips to maximise both patient outcomes and practice efficiency.
Obstructive sleep apnoea is a prevalent condition associated with significant comorbidities. Discover what you should know about identifying and managing this condition in primary practice with the clinical fact sheet summary. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD are available with completion of the quiz.
Pain, dyspnoea, and noisy respiratory secretions (also known as the ‘death rattle’) are common symptoms in patients in terminal care. This FastTrack covers the assessment and management of such terminal symptoms in primary care, including pharmacological and non-drug solutions. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.
Measles is no longer considered endemic in Australia but we continue to see new cases brought in by travellers from overseas. This FastTrack fact sheet is a concise summary of measles in general practice, from diagnosis to management, including immunisation and post-exposure prophylaxis. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.
The incidence of eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) is increasing among Australians. This fact sheet covers the risk factors and associations, diagnosis, and management strategies for EoE, equipping GPs to monitor symptoms and support treatment adherence. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.