GPs call for clarity amid coronavirus confusion Inconsistent messaging and an overall lack of coordination are hurting efforts to curtail the coronavirus, a prominent GP has said.
General practice is prepared to tackle coronavirus – but we cannot do it alone RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon outlines what GPs need to know amid the current outbreak.
GPs urged to be vigilant as coronavirus cases multiply With several cases confirmed in Australia, Chinese authorities have said the virus is becoming more infectious.
Coronavirus: What we know so far A rising death toll, millions in lockdown and multiple cases in Australia, with local authorities saying it is highly likely more will emerge.
Sprint to develop virus vaccine University of Queensland researchers are working around the clock to develop a vaccine for the deadly coronavirus in less than six months.
Should suspected coronavirus patients present to general practice? Health authorities have advised potential carriers of the virus to see their local doctor, but some GPs have concerns.
Updated coronavirus information for GPs GPs and other health professionals have been given advice to help identify any cases of the virus and apply infection control measures to prevent its spread.
Surge in worldwide measles deaths More than 140,000 people died from measles in 2018, according to new estimates from the World Health Organization.
WHO releases pandemic strategy as summer influenza rates soar Australia’s lab-confirmed rates are around double last year’s, and the WHO has said threat of pandemic is not a question of if, but when.