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Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease - clinical fact sheet and MCQ

Metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease affects up to 30% of adults worldwide. Find out more about this progressive liver condition with this FastTrack fact sheet, which covers diagnosis to management, including lifestyle and pharmacological interventions for primary practice. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.

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Obesity/overweight in adults - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Obesity/overweight in adults - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

The prevalence of patients living with obesity/overweight is increasing in Australia. This FastTrack fact sheet equips GPs to provide evidence-based care in primary practice according to the most recent Australian guidelines. 30mins each of RP and EA CPD available with the quiz.

 A practical guide to veteran care coordination in general practice
A practical guide to veteran care coordination in general practice
Dr Catherine Eltringham

Learn how your general practice can support veteran patients through the Coordinated Veterans’ Care (CVC) Program. This step-by-step guide covers eligibility, care planning, team roles and DVA claiming—helping GPs and nurses deliver structured, patient-centred care for veterans with chronic or mental health conditions.

Coeliac disease - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Coeliac disease - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

About 80% of people with coeliac disease are unaware of their condition. Without appropriate management, coeliac disease can cause infertility, osteoporosis, an increased risk of intestinal lymphoma, and more. This FastTrack fact sheet will update your knowledge on the diagnosis and management of coeliac disease. Earn 30min RP and 30mins EA CPD with the quiz.

How can GPs stay up to date with the rapid changes in medical knowledge?
How can GPs stay up to date with the rapid changes in medical knowledge?
Medcast Medical Education Team

GPs are working harder than ever before, with longer, more complicated patients at a time when medical knowledge is changing and expanding faster than at any time in history.

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.

Advance your practice - look beyond meeting NMBA requirements for CPD
Advance your practice - look beyond meeting NMBA requirements for CPD
Susan Helmrich

Seeking guidance on which courses to prioritise before the CPD year concludes? You're not alone! Essential CPD for Australian nurses covering skills, patient care & standards.

Post-operative fall - using an ABCDE assessment to identify risks
Post-operative fall - using an ABCDE assessment to identify risks
Susan Helmrich

Marjory is a 68 year old in-patient who is 2 days post hip replacement. She is on rivaroxaban (xarelto) for VTE prophylaxis. You find her sitting on the floor of the bathroom, alert but in pain.

Knee osteoarthritis - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Knee osteoarthritis - clinical fact sheet and MCQ
Medcast Medical Education Team

Knee osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint condition that can impair mobility and have a significant impact on quality of life. This FastTrack activity highlights the role of GPs in managing this condition, including how to distinguish it from potential differential diagnoses. Earn 30mins RP and 30mins EA CPD with completion of the quiz.

International Nurses Day and the spirit of lifelong learning: honouring the legacy, empowering the future
International Nurses Day and the spirit of lifelong learning: honouring the legacy, empowering the future
Susan Helmrich

Reflecting on the legacy of Florence Nightingale, we can draw parallels between her reforms and passion and the continued drive and passion of nurses today. The most powerful changes often start with a single spark of curiosity reigniting our purpose and refining our practice as we rediscover the ‘why’