Progress made on long COVID diagnostic Australian researchers have made a tool they hope will eventually allow GPs to predict a patient’s likelihood of developing the condition.
TGA approves Omicron-specific vaccine The ‘bivalent’ COVID-19 vaccine, developed by Moderna, has been given the go-ahead by the Australian medicines regulator.
Possible COVID quarantine changes flagged The seven-day isolation period will be discussed at National Cabinet this week, with politicians divided on whether it should be reduced.
ATAGI releases Novavax guidance for adolescents The new advice means adolescents aged 12–17 years will have another COVID-19 vaccine option from 5 September.
Why Australia needs a systemic response to burnout Healthcare workers are under strain more than any other time in history. A strategic approach is needed, not tokenistic wellbeing advice, writes Dr Tammra Warby.
Exercise shown to reduce COVID infection, severity and mortality Regular physical activity is protective against contracting the disease and associated adverse outcomes, new international evidence suggests.
Vaccine rollout lessons put on hold An Audit Office report contains criticisms of planning and communication but offers few concrete suggestions for improvement.
Push to educate CALD patients on available COVID treatments While vaccination rates are rising among CALD populations, GPs should also focus on improving antiviral uptake for those eligible, an expert says.
The COVID ‘lab leak theory’ is dead Researchers have confirmed the virus came from a Wuhan wet market, writes Professor Eddie Holmes.
Another rapid antigen test sponsor fined by the TGA An Australian company and two of its officers have also been ordered to pay $96,000 for the unlawful importation of surgical face masks.