COVID-19 vaccine efficacy fades over time: Study Vaccine-induced immunity against infection appears to slowly reduce as months pass, but evidence around hospitalisation is less clear. What does this mean for boosters in Australia?
The top three operational challenges general practices face SPONSORED: COVID has had a mixed impact on practice economics. CommBank’s GP Insights Report reveals how successful practices have responded.
Solution sought for people in COVID vaccine limbo A gap in the Australian Immunisation Register means those who have had different vaccines are not currently recognised as fully vaccinated.
Children on NDIS given access to COVID vaccination Australians on the National Disability Insurance Scheme aged 12–15 years will be eligible to receive a Pfizer vaccine from 25 August.
GP calls on more practice owners to offer vaccination on weekends Victorian GP Dr Ern Chang is among those running weekend COVID vaccination clinics. But is it profitable and sustainable longer term?
Huge disparities in speed of vaccine rollout revealed Regional differences in vaccination rates have become clearer since more detailed information was published for the first time earlier this month. How does your area compare?
COVID vaccine rollout to expand to all people 16 and older Every Australian aged 16–39 will be able to book a Pfizer vaccine from 30 August, but RACGP President Dr Karen Price has urged them to consult with their GP first.
Addressing the ‘information tsunami’ around vaccination for teens With so much information circulating, how can GPs best support parents with COVID-19 vaccine counselling for their children?
Hopes telehealth detox service could be a ‘game-changer’ Sydney-based Dr Chris Davis has already set up a GP-led home detox program. Now he hopes a new telehealth program will help even more people.
Can a rise in vaccination motivation spur take-up beyond hotspots? The Delta threat has coincided with a surge in Australian vaccination numbers but experts say other factors, including access and socioeconomic status, could be even more important.