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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240717T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T074139Z
UID:10000270-1721242800-1721246400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections in females: management in the general practice setting | Online
DESCRIPTION:Urogynaecologist Dr J. Oliver Daly will outline the initial assessment of females who present with recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)\, contributory causes\, treatment options and management in the general practice setting. Red flags that require referral to a specialist will be highlighted. Case studies will be used for context. \nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to:\n1. Perform initial assessment and investigations for recurrent UTIs.\n2. Identify the red flags for referral to a specialist. \nRACGP\nOne CPD Educational Activity hour. \nClick here to register and for more information.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/recurrent-urinary-tract-infections-in-females-management-in-the-general-practice-setting/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:External event,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Prostrate Centre":MAILTO:info@apcr.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240718T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240612T042303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T004746Z
UID:10000257-1721296800-1721314800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:This training is suitable general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. \nFacilitated by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)\, the training will offer foundational knowledge and awareness on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples\, identities and cultures while exploring the basics of cultural safety and simple ways to put it into practice. \nVACCHO’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander facilitators enhance participant experience and learning by sharing cultural knowledge and lived experience in a safe learning environment where questions are encouraged and welcome. \nClick here to join the waitlist.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-aboriginal-cultural-safety-online-180724/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240718T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240718T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240711T042143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T055358Z
UID:10000283-1721325600-1721329200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Young people and sexual and reproductive health | Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Australian Association for Adolescent Health is running a free educational webinar on young people and sexual and reproductive health. \nGPs\, including those working in the Doctors in Secondary Schools Program\, may find this webinar particularly beneficial. \nThe presenters are Dr Vanessa Siu (FRACGP and medical educator) and Simone Jones (sexuality and relationships educator in schools and community). \nClick here for more information and to register. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/young-people-and-sexual-and-reproductive-health-webinar/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240606T025832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T025832Z
UID:10000244-1721383200-1721390400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murry PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-6/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240720T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240720T171500
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240612T025242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T063640Z
UID:10000229-1721464200-1721495700@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Dyspareunia: a multidisciplinary workshop on sexual pain
DESCRIPTION:Sexual pain is one of the most commonly experienced sexual difficulties. This interactive 1-day online workshop will gather a multidisciplinary team of experts to discuss\, in detail\, the assessment and management of dyspareunia. It will include presentations as well as interactive case-based discussions inclusive of diversity of gender\, sexual orientation\, culture and clinical features. Our multidisciplinary faculty of speakers will discuss cases across the lifespan\, inclusive of diversity of clinical features\, gender\, sexual orientation\, relationship status & structure\, and culture. We will take a biopsychosociocultural approach to each case. \nLearning Outcomes:\n1. Demonstrate respectful\, inclusive communication with\, and trauma informed care\, of patients presenting with sexual difficulties including sexual pain.\n2. Implement assessment of a patient presenting with sexual pain using a biopsychosocial framework.\n3. Determine the aetiological factors causing and contributing to a patient’s dyspareunia.\n4. Create a management plan for helping patients presenting with sexual pain.\n5. Recommend appropriate referral for multidisciplinary and medical specialist care for patients with dyspareunia. \nAudience: General practitioners\, obstetricians and gynaecologists\, sexual health and sexual medicine practitioners\, pain specialists\, physiotherapists\, nurse practitioners\, psychologists\, psychotherapists\, sexologists\, sex or relationship therapists and any interested health practitioners\, trainees or students. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/deep-dive-into-dyspareunia-a-multidisciplinary-workshop-on-sexual-pain/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online course
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240722T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240603T062515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T065119Z
UID:10000230-1721673000-1721678400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis C in Primary Care (VIC) | Online
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Victorian HIV and Hepatitis Integrated Training and Learning program\, this Hepatitis C in Primary Care course aims to provide general practitioners\, nurse practitioners and other prescribing practitioners with the skills and confidence to diagnose\, assess\, manage and treat hepatitis C in primary care. \nCourse component: \nA 1-hour online module (OLM) prior to attending the live webinar.\nA 1.5-hour interactive webinar consisting of presentations\, Zoom quiz polling\, and group discussions. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-c-in-primary-care-vic-online-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online course
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240723T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240723T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240626T230834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T230834Z
UID:10000262-1721763000-1721768400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Blood Essentials: All About Bruising\, Bleeding\, and Iron Management
DESCRIPTION:Are you a GP regularly encountering patients with bruising\, bleeding\, or iron-related symptoms? Icon Cancer Centre’s free CPD webinar on ‘Blood Essentials’ might be for you! \nBruising\, bleeding and iron-related symptoms\, while common\, can indicate a range of conditions – including non-malignant disorders ranging from iron deficiency to haemophilia\, or even blood cancers such as Leukaemia. \nIn this webinar\, leading Clinical Haematologists A/Prof James Morton AM and Dr Melissa Hancock\, will guide you through best practice pathways to ensure optimal patient care when these symptoms present in general practice. \nCase-study based and GP led\, you’ll learn how to identify initial investigations\, recognise red flags\, and understand treatment options and critical junctures for haematological referral. \nBlood Essentials is part of Icon Cancer Centre’s Haematology & Oncology for General Practice CPD series developed in partnership with Praxhub. This webinar is accredited for 1.5 Educational Activity hours in the 2023-2025 RACGP CPD program. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise! Register now.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/blood-essentials-all-about-bruising-bleeding-and-iron-management/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Icon Cancer Centre (in partnership with Praxhub)":MAILTO:events@icon.team
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240725T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240606T025933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T025933Z
UID:10000245-1721908800-1721916000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murry PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-7/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240730T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240730T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240617T000531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T000755Z
UID:10000260-1722333600-1722351600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online
DESCRIPTION:This training is suitable general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. \nFacilitated by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)\, the training will offer foundational knowledge and awareness on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples\, identities and cultures while exploring the basics of cultural safety and simple ways to put it into practice. \nVACCHO’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander facilitators enhance participant experience and learning by sharing cultural knowledge and lived experience in a safe learning environment where questions are encouraged and welcome. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-aboriginal-cultural-safety-online-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240801T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240701T050224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T073309Z
UID:10000273-1722538800-1722542400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Asthma and COPD - they do overlap | Online
DESCRIPTION:This one-hour session provides an overview of asthma and COPD\, identifying overlap between them. It covers current evidence-based management using the Australian Asthma Handbook and COPD-X Guidelines. It also looks at diagnosis\, management\, medications and the importance of action plans for self-management. \nPresenter: Narelle Williamson\, Senior Clinical Consultant – National Asthma Council \nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe how to access the COPD-X and asthma management guidelines\nIdentify the differential clinical features between asthma and COPD\nSummarise the current guidelines for medication management\n\nTarget audience: Aboriginal health practitioners\, practice nurses\, allied health providers\, general practitioners\, pharmacists\, pharmacy assistants and other health professionals. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/asthma-and-copd-they-do-overlap-online/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240806T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240603T063006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T063334Z
UID:10000231-1722969000-1724184000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B s100 Prescriber Course  | Online
DESCRIPTION:This advanced level training will enable Victorian GPs and nurse practitioners to effectively diagnose\, manage and treat chronic hepatitis B in the primary care setting. Successful completion of the training and assessment will accredit community-based medical practitioners to prescribe s100 highly specialised drugs for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B. \nWebinars will be held weekly on Tuesday 6\, 13 and 20 August 2024. \nThere are also pre\, during and post course requirements. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-s100-prescriber-course-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online course
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240807T084500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240723T231223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T040153Z
UID:10000284-1723020300-1723050000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Suturing course | Albury
DESCRIPTION:This course provides the theoretical and practical essentials to close and management noncomplex traumatic lacerations\, biopsies and surgical incisions. \nThe course is ideally suited to nurses\, medical students and doctors that have little or no suturing experience or wish to enhance their current practice of only using single interrupted suturing technique. \nCourse structure: Comprehensive online learning package including video demonstrations of each technique and a one-day practical skills training workshop. \nSkills workshop techniques include single interrupted\, horizontal and verticle mattress\, subcuticular closure\, deep sutures\, skin flap closure and staples & tissue adhesives. \nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/suturing-course/
LOCATION:Commercial Club\, 618 Dean Street\, Albury\, New South Wales\, 2640\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Albury,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Health Education Collaborative":MAILTO:info@healthec.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240807T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240807T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240229T035845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T052016Z
UID:10000179-1723057200-1723060800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Dementia Training - Medications | Online
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, general practitioners will learn how to recognise the pharmaceutical tools that could aid with dementia management. \nClick here to learn more and register. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/dementia-training-medications-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240612T023416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T024454Z
UID:10000253-1723107600-1723134600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Course in Ear Wax Removal (Microsuction) 11031NAT
DESCRIPTION:Value for organisations: Microsuction is a strategic treatment option for ear health\, whether it is a foreign body or wax removal that is required. This course requires a strong understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the ear. Build the knowledge of when to use microsuction\, as a technique\, with practice and assessments using mannequins to enhance capability\, and strengthen patient care. \nLearning Outcomes:\n• Assess and determine factors that affect ear and hearing health in relation to microsuction\n• Assess the client’s physical and pathophysiological auditory status and seek advice where appropriate\n• Perform ear canal microsuctioning procedures when deemed appropriate and safe. \nAs an RACGP accredited provider\, our Course in Ear Wax Removal (Microsuction) is the first of our courses to be RACGP accredited activity. We are accredited in:\n• Reviewing Performance – 2 Hours\n• Educational Activities – 2.5 Hours
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/course-in-ear-wax-removal-microsuction-11031nat/
LOCATION:Mecure Bendigo Schaller\, 60 Lucan Street\, BENDIGO\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240701T232357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T232357Z
UID:10000277-1723140900-1723147200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Skin Cancer Community of Practice | Bendigo and online
DESCRIPTION:GPs\, surgeons\, medical and radiation oncologists\, nursing staff and allied health professionals in the Loddon Mallee region can attend this online or in-person event. \nThe presenters and topics for the August event and include: \n\nDr Ian Murphy\, Rural Generalist and GP\, Kerang: Skin Cancer Case Studies\nDr Maie Walsh\, Geneticist\, Royal Melbourne Hospital and Mr Morgan Murphy\, Genetics Nurse\, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre\, Bendigo: Clinical Genetics in Skin Cancer.\n\nClick here for a flyer. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/skin-cancer-community-of-practice-bendigo-and-online/
LOCATION:Bendigo Health West Wing – Learning Space 2\, Hope Street\, Bendigo\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240809T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240612T014737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T015143Z
UID:10000254-1723194000-1723219200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Course in Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation) 11030NAT
DESCRIPTION:Value for organisations: Building the skillset required to confidently support Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation) and improve Ear Health Assessment focusing on safe clinical practice. Be workplace ready to understand the changing treatment considerations and processes. \nLearning outcomes: \n• Understand the basic anatomy and function of the ear including the basic landmarks of the\ntympanic membrane\n• Assess the ear to define the appropriate wax management decision\, identify the risks and risk\nmanagement considerations.\n• Recognise complications of ear irrigation\, and appropriate management\, documentation\,\nand follow up processes.\n• Understand the competencies required for successful ear irrigation. \nFor further information\, please visit the website or contact us on 1300 855 568 or courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/course-in-ear-wax-removal-irrigation-11030nat/
LOCATION:Mecure Bendigo Schaller\, 60 Lucan Street\, BENDIGO\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Benchmarque Group":MAILTO:courses@benchmarquegroup.com.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095648
CREATED:20240603T064707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T064707Z
UID:10000234-1723651200-1723752000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Hepatitis B for Nurses and Midwives | Online
DESCRIPTION:Nursing and midwifery professionals can gain advanced practical skills and knowledge in hepatitis B nursing. The course includes presentations and case discussions\, that introduce the epidemiology and natural history of hepatitis B; vaccination; testing; fibrosis assessment; advanced liver disease; stigma and discrimination and the cultural context of hepatitis B nursing and midwifery. \nCourse components: \n\nOnline Learning Modules\nVideo Modules\nTwo 4-hour interactive webinars: 14 and 15 August 2024\, from 4-8pm.\n\nClick here to learn more and register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/hepatitis-b-for-nurses-and-midwives-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Online course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240814T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240606T025105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T040716Z
UID:10000240-1723660200-1723667400@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP/GP registrar initial assessment and referral training | Online FULLY BOOKED
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nThis workshop is for GP/GP registrars to learn how to use the IAR decision support tool to help people seeking mental health support. \nA $300 payment is available for eligible GPs who complete the two-hour training. This training is an approved CPD activity for RACGP/ ACRRM members. \nThis event is fully booked. Click here to join the waitlist
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/gp-gp-registrar-initial-assessment-and-referral-training-online-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240815T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240612T042225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T000658Z
UID:10000256-1723716000-1723734000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aboriginal Cultural Safety | Online
DESCRIPTION:This training is suitable general practice and mental health services staff and other primary healthcare professionals working in the Murray PHN catchment. \nFacilitated by the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO)\, the training will offer foundational knowledge and awareness on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples\, identities and cultures while exploring the basics of cultural safety and simple ways to put it into practice. \nVACCHO’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander facilitators enhance participant experience and learning by sharing cultural knowledge and lived experience in a safe learning environment where questions are encouraged and welcome. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/introduction-to-aboriginal-cultural-safety-online-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240815T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240627T021241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T044306Z
UID:10000263-1723744800-1723752000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Discover civilian general practitioner careers and integrated healthcare at Gaza Ridge Barracks
DESCRIPTION:This free\, exclusive\, in-person event highlights the crucial role that civilian general practitioners play in the Australian Defence Force Health Services and how they can contribute to the wellbeing of our country’s serving members. \nIn partnership with Benchmarque\, a leading RTO provider\, a focused session will be provided on integrated healthcare and how it can enhance patient care\, boost efficiency\, and lead to healthier communities. \nAudience: General practitioners and medical officers \nDate and time: Thursday 15 August 2024\, 6pm – 8pm\nLight refreshments provided \nLocation: Tim Fisher Veterans and Families Hub\n149 High Street\, Wodonga \nCPD time: 1 CPD hour – Accredited by RACGP
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/discover-civilian-general-practitioner-careers-and-integrated-healthcare-at-gaza-ridge-barracks/
LOCATION:Tim Fisher Veterans and Families Hub – 149 High Street\, Wodonga\, Tim Fischer Veterans and Families Hub\, 149 High Street\, Wodonga\, 3690\, Australia
CATEGORIES:External event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240816T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240606T032904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T032904Z
UID:10000247-1723802400-1723809600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murry PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-8/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240819T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240816T005347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T012519Z
UID:10000313-1724094000-1724097600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:GP education event: Kidney stones – assessment\, diagnosis and surgical and non-surgical treatment options | Online
DESCRIPTION:Urologist Dr Deanne Soares will provide an overview of the current evidence-based recommendations for the assessment\, diagnosis and management of patients who present with kidney stones in the primary care setting. Deanne will outline what imaging is most suitable for kidney stones and will discuss conservative and surgical treatments and when one is recommended over the other. Case studies will be used for context. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this activity\, participants will be able to:\n1. Identify the major risk factors for common types of kidney stones.\n2. Outline the red flags when a patient presents with kidney stones that warrant urgent referral to a urologist or emergency attendance.\n3. Provide patients with stone prevention advice and strategies. \nRACGP: One CPD Educational Activity hour. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/gp-education-event-kidney-stones-assessment-diagnosis-and-surgical-and-non-surgical-treatment-options-online/
LOCATION:Victoria
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Australian Prostate Centre":MAILTO:info@apcr.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240820T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240820T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240726T055313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T055356Z
UID:10000295-1724180400-1724184000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Sexual wellness professional development series | Online
DESCRIPTION:Presentation topics/learning outcomes: \n\nDiscuss the diverse ways that people experience\, practice and describe gender and sexuality\nDiscuss ways to incorporate inclusive language in clinical practice\nDescribe key health issues (including sexual health) that may affect LGBTQI patients\nExplore specific sexual health issues affecting LGBTQI patients and how to manage them.\n\nPresented by Dr Haris Noor and The Centre for Excellence in Rural Sexual Health (CERSH). \nClick here to register. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/sexual-wellness-professional-development-series-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240822T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240823T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240208T012308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T035253Z
UID:10000166-1724319000-1724434200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Applied suicide intervention skills training (ASIST) | Mildura
DESCRIPTION:ASIST is founded on the principle that everyone can make a difference in preventing suicide. The more people who have suicide intervention training\, the more likely it is they will be able to identify someone at risk and intervene to keep them safe. This training is for community members who are aged 16 years and older\, and health professionals. \nDuring the two-day workshop\, ASIST participants will learn to: \n\nUnderstand the ways personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions\nProvide guidance and suicide first-aid to a person at risk in ways that meet their individual safety needs\nIdentify the key elements of an effective suicide safety plan and the actions required to implement it\nAppreciate the value of improving and integrating suicide prevention resources in the community\nRecognise other important aspects of suicide prevention including life-promotion and self-care.\n\nClick here for a flyer. \nClick here to register. \nClick here to register for the November training.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/applied-suicide-intervention-skills-training-asist-mildura-6/
LOCATION:Mildura Sporting Precinct\, Corner of Deakin Avenue and Sixteenth Street\, Mildura\, Victoria\, 3500\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community,Mildura,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240807T033021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T012333Z
UID:10000302-1724761800-1724767200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:LMICS Annual Forum | Sexuality and Cancer Care | Bendigo and online
DESCRIPTION:This event is for any person supporting patients in their cancer care\, with the opportunity to ask questions to the panel of speakers. \nPresenters:\nNaveena Nekkalapudi – Consumer Representative\nA/Prof Safeera Hussainy – Senior Pharmacy Research Manager\nJulie McGirr – Clinical Nurse Specialist\nCraig Millard – Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse\nSabine Roithmaier – Medical Oncologist \nThis is a hybrid event with the presentations beginning at 12.30pm – if you choose to attend in person\, please join from 12 noon for light refreshments. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/lmics-annual-forum-sexuality-and-cancer-care-bendigo-and-online/
LOCATION:Monash University School of Rural Health\, 20/26 Mercy St\, Bendigo\, 3550
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240806T230403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T232621Z
UID:10000300-1724783400-1724787000@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Protecting children and older adults from invasive pneumococcal disease | Online
DESCRIPTION:Strategies to increase vaccination rates to reduce morbidity and mortality. A Professor Allan Cripps tribute. \nThis event highlights Prof. Cripps’ key achievements and sheds light on the advancements in diagnosis\, treatment\, and prevention of pneumococcal disease. \nOur expert panel will discuss pneumococcal disease\, vaccine development\, and the impact of vaccines on disease reduction in both adults and children. They also will discuss the different serotypes and their effects across age groups\, provide insights into invasive pneumococcal disease\, immunisation recommendations\, and compare polysaccharide and conjugate vaccine types. \nThe panel will review some valent options and the future pneumococcal immunisation program for reducing disease burden. Additionally\, strategies to increase immunisation rates among older adults and high-risk groups will be covered. \nA free Allan Cripps tribute webinar for the scientific and medical community\, government health officials and academics. \nClick here to learn more and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/protecting-children-and-older-adults-from-invasive-pneumococcal-disease/
LOCATION:Victoria
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240604T015800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T021522Z
UID:10000235-1724783400-1724790600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:STIs Essentials for Primary Care | Online
DESCRIPTION:This informative and interactive session will provide participants with the understanding and tools required to confidently manage common STI screening and care. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nImprove understanding of sexual health care for young people\, pregnant women and other key populations\nHow to approach taking a sexual history\nDescribe the clinical presentation of chlamydia\, gonorrhoea\, syphilis\nCorrectly perform comprehensive sexual health screening\, including testing for the most common STIs – chlamydia\, gonorrhoea\, syphilis\nManage treatment\, contact tracing and if necessary\, referrals using the Health Pathways tool.\n\nClick here to learn more.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/stis-essentials-for-primary-care-online/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240606T033132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T062806Z
UID:10000250-1724925600-1724932800@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Initial assessment and referral for mental healthcare training | Online
DESCRIPTION:The Initial Assessment and Referral – Decision Support Tool (IAR-DST) is an initiative of the Department of Health and Aged Care. It supports clinicians in matching a person’s treatment needs with the right intensity of mental health support\, at the right time. \nGeneral practitioners\, registrars\, mental health clinicians and other health professionals within the Murray PHN catchment\, are invited to attend this two-hour CPD-accredited group training workshop on how to use the IAR-DST. \nClick here to register
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/initial-assessment-and-referral-for-mental-healthcare-training-online-10/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Murray PHN":MAILTO:education@murrayphn.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240829T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240701T050929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T073222Z
UID:10000274-1724958000-1724961600@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Asthma in Spring - allergies and thunderstorms | Online
DESCRIPTION:Western Victoria Primary Health Network (PHN)\, Murray PHN\, Gippsland PHN\, North Western Melbourne PHN\, Eastern Melbourne PHN and South Eastern Melbourne PHN are please to invite you to attend this webinar. \nThis 1 hour session has a focus on spring time asthma and allergic rhinitis and how to manage both conditions\, using the latest evidence-based guidelines. Thunderstorm asthma is a spring time phenomenon that all health professionals in primary care need to be prepared for. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nDescribe the association between allergic rhinitis and asthma\nSummarise the treatment guidelines for allergic rhinitis\nDescribe those at greater risk of thunderstorm asthma and the guidelines for management\nSummarise the importance of written asthma action plans and asthma first aid in thunderstorm asthma season\n\nSpeaker: Narelle Williamson\, Senior Clinical Consultant – National Asthma Council \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/asthma-in-spring-allergies-and-thunderstorms-online/
LOCATION:Victoria
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Victoria PHN":MAILTO:info@westvicphn.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240903T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240903T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T095649
CREATED:20240807T040313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T052632Z
UID:10000303-1725354000-1725379200@murrayphn.org.au
SUMMARY:Spirometry Training Course | Bendigo (Wait list only)
DESCRIPTION:Practice nurses\, GPs and other primary healthcare professionals can attend this interactive course to receive comprehensive training in the application\, measurement and interpretation of expiratory spirometry in general practice. \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify the clinical indications where spirometry is recommended.\nDemonstrate the ability to correctly perform a spirometry test\, using role play and peer review.\nInterpret spirometry results to differentiate between respiratory conditions\, such as asthma and COPD.\nAssess your own practice quality assurance procedures for spirometry.\n\nAccreditation: \n\nThis activity has been approved by RACGP for 4.5 hours of Educational Activities and 1.5 hours of Reviewing Performance. RACGP Activity ID 409754.\nThis activity has been approved by ACRRM as an educational event for 6 hours. ACRRM Activity ID 34279.\n\nClick here to join the waiting list. \n 
URL:https://murrayphn.org.au/event/spirometry-training-course-bendigo/
LOCATION:Quality Hotel Lakeside\, 286 Napier Street\, Bendigo\, VIC\, 3550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Bendigo,Training
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