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Prof Alex Broom

Professor of Sociology & Director, Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies, University of Sydney
Alex Broom is Professor of Sociology and Director of the Sydney Centre for Healthy Societies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The University of Sydney. He is recognised as an international leader in sociology, with a specific interest in health, illness and care.

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First Healthed Webcast for 2026

TONIGHT! The new dementia test - Assessment & management of the patient with cognitive concerns

Tuesday 3rd February, 7pm - 9pm AEDT

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Dr Stephanie Daly

General Practitioner; GP Educator, Dementia Training Australia; Central Adelaide Multi-Disciplinary Geriatric Service, SA Health

We invite you to our first webcast of 2026, where Dr Stephanie Daly​ will provide an update on dementia tests in primary care. Earn up to 4 hours CPD. RACGP & ACRRM accredited.