This session is for GPs and General Practice staff that are providing services to children living in an out-of-home-care arrangement. Topics covered include common poor health outcomes for these children, the effect of trauma on their health and well-being, and an overview of how the system works. Case studies will be discussed.

Learning outcomes

• Outline the complex health issues of children in OoHC
• Describe the impact of trauma on children's health and subsequent implications for health assessment and management
• List resources and referral pathways available to assist with management of children in OoHC
• Discuss practice arrangements which will best support managing the health needs of these children

Murray PHN is an authorised provider of accredited activities under the RACGP QI&CPD Program.

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