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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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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.
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.
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.
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 (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.
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.
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 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.
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’