Date set for free RSV vaccine rollout Available in general practices from 3 February, the RACGP will be working with the Federal Government to ensure a smooth vaccine rollout for pregnant women.
Queensland extends free flu vaccination program The vaccinations will be subsidised for residents of all ages from March this year, a move welcomed by the RACGP.
In Practice: EOIs to join ATAGI Australia’s immunisation advisory group is seeking applications for new members to provide advice to the Federal Health Minister.
In Practice: Member forum on governance The RACGP is inviting members attending GP24 to join a governance discussion to help shape the future of the college.
RSV vaccine added to national program To ensure ‘every single infant in Australia is protected’, a $174.5 million investment will see free vaccines for pregnant people available nationwide.
Whooping cough epidemic reaches record numbers GPs are urged to ensure patients have had their vaccine, as ‘staggeringly high’ cases soar to a record-breaking 41,772 so far this year.
Access barriers drive low kids’ vaccination for third year As national child vaccination coverage shows no sign of increase, GP experts renew calls to combat access issues and vaccine inequity.
‘Practical barriers’ central to low childhood immunisation rates High costs and lack of appointments are the top reasons stopping Australian parents from vaccinating their kids, says groundbreaking new research.
Victoria subsidises RSV immunisations for babies The State Government will fund the long-acting monoclonal antibody for unprotected newborns and eligible infants next winter.
‘Visionary’ review suggests quicker approval of new medicines New subsidised medication approvals would be streamlined and access made easier for vulnerable populations, under a new health technology plan.