mRNA COVID vaccine ‘well-tolerated’ in adolescents According to Pfizer, its vaccine is safe and effective in children as young as 12, which could be crucial for herd immunity.
Surge in parents seeking mental health guidance since COVID Thousands are in need of parental support following a year of lockdowns and uncertainty, but GPs can help.
Kids’ immune systems a protective factor against severe COVID New research offers fresh insight into why most children with COVID-19 don’t get as sick adults.
RACGP submission outlines framework to assist child mental health care The college recommendations make it clear that not involving GPs in children’s wellbeing would be a potential missed opportunity.
Aspirin vs warfarin: What to prescribe for children post-heart surgery New studies have weighed up the benefits of different blood thinning medications for patients who have undergone a specific heart procedure.
‘We’ve created a system that is crisis-driven’ Research has revealed what clinicians’ think is stopping children from receiving quality mental health care in Australia.
GPs warned to prepare for back-to-school asthma spike The National Asthma Council has provided clinical tips for GPs to ensure paediatric patients are ready with an action plan in place.
Researchers call for child mental health ‘shared care model’ Experts say better integrating GPs could help address extensive wait times for costly private mental health support.
Ibuprofen superior to paracetamol for young children: Study New research has found ibuprofen is better at reducing fever and pain in children younger than two within the first 24 hours of treatment.
Pandemic’s mental health impact on young people a ‘national crisis’ New research shows high levels of psychological distress among young Australians, and experts say GPs will inevitably have to pick up the pieces.