The theme of this nursing symposium session is ‘Breaking Barriers and Advancing Primary Care’. Two areas of priority have been selected under this theme for sharing. Firstly, on mental health, statistics have shown that poor mental health prevalence increased from 13.4% in 2020 to 17% in 2022 (National Population Health Survey, Singapore). A 2022 Straits Times survey found 2 in 5 Singaporeans experienced mental health struggles and more than 70% did not feel equipped to help others with their mental health. Amidst this growing concern and in tandem with MOH directives, nurses in primary care took up the challenge to play a key role in tackling the growing health issue. This symposium brings us together to share on the current and on-going mental health program offered in primary care with an aim toward charting the course to advance better mental health for our population in the coming future. Secondly, there is an increasing use of telemedicine in healthcare, and this presents a major shift for both healthcare workers and patients alike. There is a need for more knowledge on how these interventions work and are implemented as technology reshape the way nurses deliver care, improve patient outcomes and enhance efficiency. Accordingly, our second speaker will share how both nurses and patients experienced the implementation of tele-wound care in primary care. With a focus on addressing challenges and exploring innovative solutions, we sincerely hope this symposium will be a catalyst for meaningful sharing, learning and change to advance primary care nursing.