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Business skills: menopause in the MBS

MBS item number 695 came into effect on 1st July 2025. This new item number remunerates GPs for comprehensive assessment and management of menopause-related symptoms. Learn what you need to know about MBS item 695 with this fact sheet, including eligibility criteria and practice tips. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD with the quiz.

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Menopause - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Menopause - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

Menopause can be associated with a significant impact on quality of life as well as long-term risks such as osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. This FastTrack fact sheet will refresh your knowledge about the diagnosis of menopause and options for management, including menopausal hormone therapy. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.

Recurrent pregnancy loss - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Recurrent pregnancy loss - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

Recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL) affects up to 4% of couples trying to conceive. This FastTrack has been developed from the recent RANZCOG guidelines from March 2025. Upskill in your ability to help these patients, including pertinent investigative tests and management of underlying causes. 30min each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.

PCOS - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
PCOS - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 10–13% of women, with higher prevalence in certain ethnic groups. It is characterized by hyperandrogenism, menstrual irregularities, and polycystic ovarian morphology. PCOS increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and requires early diagnosis and personalized management to reduce long-term effects. This FastTrack-CPD provides a clinical summary on the management of PCOS with a quiz to apply your learning and receive CPD (RP and EA categories).

The challenges of breastfeeding: supporting choices, and optimising success
The challenges of breastfeeding: supporting choices, and optimising success
Susan Helmrich

Breastfeeding can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences for new mothers. For many, it is an experience filled with both joy and immense challenges, which highlights the importance of support and understanding from healthcare professionals.

Obstetric Emergencies, can you help Lauren?
Obstetric Emergencies, can you help Lauren?
Jenny Browne

You are working in ED and have received a call from Pathology regarding blood results that you took earlier on Lauren, who is 18 years old and 30 weeks pregnant with her first child. Discover the diagnosis behind Lauren's abnormal blood results and learn the symptoms, risks, and management of this life-threatening obstetric emergency.

Closing the gender gap in CPR - What is your responsibility as a healthcare professional?
Closing the gender gap in CPR - What is your responsibility as a healthcare professional?
Grace Larson

Research reveals a notable gender gap in CPR provision, with women less likely to receive timely and effective resuscitation. CPR is vital in emergencies like cardiac arrest. This blog explores reasons for the disparity, strategies for improvement, and offers guidance on performing CPR on women to enhance equitable life-saving care.

Unveiling Ovarian Cancer - It’s time to raise awareness
Unveiling Ovarian Cancer - It’s time to raise awareness
Susan Helmrich

Did you know that the mortality for Ovarian Cancer is the same that the mortality was for all cancers in 1975? Why is this the case?