UK study shows surging efficacy after COVID-19 booster The country’s first real-world study since its booster program began shows it is having a significant impact on protection for over-50s.
What is the future for COVID-19 boosters in aged care? The possibility of ongoing residential aged care boosters was raised by the Federal Health Minister at the weekend. newsGP considers the potential role of general practice.
What makes healthcare workers vaccine hesitant? Despite their built-in levels of health literacy, a minority of healthcare workers are opposed to COVID vaccination.
Australia surges past UK, Israel, US in vaccine rollout After a slow start, the latest vaccination figures put Australia in an enviable position in the global efforts to stop the spread of the pandemic.
In Practice: What are the latest college submissions? GPs and GPs in training can also learn more about current rural health topics and apply for educational committees.
Vaccine hesitancy hits new low in Australia The downwards trend has been almost continuous for the past five months.
GPs to receive access to Moderna, DoH confirms The RACGP has welcomed the news, which will add another string to GPs’ bow in their efforts to vaccinate Australians against COVID.
Who is actually eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine exemption? UPDATED: With different vaccine mandates now in effect across Australia, newsGP explores the criteria and processes for exemptions in each state and territory.
‘We need more support’: No extra funding for booster program A COVID-19 vaccine booster program has now been officially signed off, but GPs will miss out on additional remuneration for administering a third dose.
GPs to take central role in vaccine booster rollout What will the new COVID-19 vaccine booster program mean for general practices around the country?