ATAGI publishes new guidance on Pfizer Young people with certain cardiac conditions should consult a GP or cardiologist before receiving the mRNA vaccine, the advisory body said.
Mixing COVID vaccines could result in stronger immune response New research suggests mixing one dose of AstraZeneca with either Pfizer or Moderna could be beneficial. Is it something Australia should consider?
Reassuring news on mRNA vaccines for breastfeeding mums A new study suggests the mRNA from COVID vaccines such as Pfizer and Moderna does not end up in breast milk.
Studies link myocarditis cases to mRNA vaccines But while the two new papers showed an association, neither was able to determine whether the vaccines caused the heart condition.
‘It’s a dangerous strategy for people to hold off’: GPs urge eligible patients to get vaccinated now The calls come after people over 50 were told there will be enough mRNA vaccine doses ‘for every Australian’ later in the year.
No obvious barriers for GP involvement in potential Moderna rollout Existing infrastructure should allow general practices to take part in the administration of up to 25 million doses of the mRNA COVID vaccine once it is approved for use in Australia.
Promise wanes for mRNA onshore production With local manufacturing of mRNA vaccines looking increasingly slim in the short term, where does that leave Australia?
The world wants mRNA vaccines – but we’re short of vital components Given AstraZeneca is no longer recommended for under-50s, Australia is looking to other vaccines to fill the gap.
Are blood clots a concern with mRNA vaccines? An investigation into Australia’s first case of blood clotting after the Pfizer vaccine has yet to confirm a link.
Blood clot case under investigation following Pfizer vaccine The news comes as Australia moves to establish local mRNA manufacturing capacity and experts call for current Pfizer supplies to be redirected to younger cohorts.