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Healthed Webcast – 14th September 2021

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This fortnight’s speakers

Prof Peter Richmond

Prof Peter Richmond

Meningitis Prevention – Conversation Strategies

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A/Prof Nicholas Wood
Prof Robin Daly

Prof Robin Daly

Sarcopenia – What GPs Need to Know

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Prof Kirsten Black

Prof Kirsten Black

Preconception Health Care

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Topics to be covered

Meningitis Prevention – Conversation Strategies
Prof Peter Richmond

Meningitis is a devastating disease and yet the risk is dramatically reduced with vaccinations. The challenge is to educate patients so they can make a realistic assessment of the cost-benefit equation. Also, for many patients, an additional challenge is to understand that unfunded vaccines are still important as well as how to manage finances to pay for them. A/Prof Richmond will provide practical advice on how to have these important conversations to ensure the best possible outcome.

COVID Update
A/Prof Nicholas Wood

The Delta variant is proving to be a game-changer in the fight against COVID-19. Its high and seemingly indiscriminate infectivity has seen a huge surge in people requesting vaccination against the virus, particularly with the Pfizer vaccine. GPs are at the frontline, they are a major part of the solution. More than ever, GPs need to be across the latest in all aspects of COVID-19 and the vaccines available to combat this pandemic. In this webcast, Healthed will deliver answers from Australian experts on the important issues GPs need to know in order to stay up to speed in the war against this deadly and ubiquitous virus.

Sarcopenia – What GPs Need to Know
Prof Robin Daly

Sarcopenia has only recently been formally recognized as a disease in and of itself rather than as an aspect of other diseases. This recognition should encourage GPs to increase their vigilance. It is common with aging, sedentary lifestyle, metabolic and cardiovascular disease. It should also be looked for in psychiatric conditions and with substance abuse. It carries inherent risks over and above these disease states.

Preconception Health Care
Prof Kirsten Black

The pre-pregnancy consultation provides a unique opportunity to highlight the importance of nutrition and lifestyle in achieving the best outcome for both the baby and the mother. Most would-be pregnant women are aware of the importance of taking folic acid pre-conception to lower the risk of the child having a neural tube defect. But, as Professor Kirsten Black will explain, there are many more evidence-based interventions that can optimise a woman's chances of having a complication-free pregnancy and a healthy, thriving baby. All future mothers need to know about these.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the webcast and more.

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Is this webcast right for me?

Healthed webcasts are highly beneficial for general practioners (GPs) however are also suitable for all healthcare professionals. We have had very positive feedback from nurses and pharmacists, so we invite you to attend a webcast and see for yourself!

How do I watch the webcast?

Instructions on how to log in to the webcast will be emailed to registered delegates in the weeks before the event. You can watch on your desktop computer, tablet, or phone – either directly on the Healthed website or via the Healthed app.

How many hours of CPD do I get?

By registering, attending and completing the post-webcast additional activities you’ll receive 4 hours of continuing professional professional development (CPD). 

How do I claim my CPD?

Provided you complete the webcast quiz, patient case review and micro audit, Healthed will manage the upload of CPD for GPs and healthcare professionals registered with the following: 

  • RACGP
  • ACRRM

For other healthcare professionals including nurses and pharmacists, you may be able to self-claim your CPD.

All participants receive a certificate of attendance upon completion.

Can I watch on my phone?

Registrants can stream the webcast on a computer, tablet or phone. Instructions on how to log in to the webcast will be emailed to registered delegates in the weeks before the event.

Do I get a certificate of attendance?

Yes. Once your attendance has been verified by our education team you’ll receive a certificate of attendance for your records. 

Nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals can use this certificate to self-claim their CPD. For GPs, provided you complete the webcast quiz, patient case review and micro audit, Healthed will manage the upload of CPD. 

Are Healthed webcasts completely free? Yes they are!

Healthed webcasts are a free resource for all healthcare professionals.

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