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RSV infant immunisation programs now open across Australia

RSV infant immunisation programs now open across Australia

As RSV case numbers grow, all states and territories have now launched programs to help protect infants against the infection.


Calls for ‘targeted and tailored’ solutions for rural health

Calls for ‘targeted and tailored’ solutions for rural health

As Federal Election promises from all sides continue to roll in, the RACGP’s Rural Chair is concerned regional healthcare is being overlooked.


Study suggests answer to reducing RSV hospital admissions

Study suggests answer to reducing RSV hospital admissions

Research evaluating the effectiveness of RSV vaccination among babies in WA has found a significant reduction in hospital admissions.


What is stopping kids getting a flu vaccination?

What is stopping kids getting a flu vaccination?

A survey of Australian parents has revealed the practical difficulties and acceptance barriers leading to falling vaccination rates.


Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent

Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent

The RACGP has called out the decision to make the pilot programs a permanent fixture, raising concerns about patient safety and the precedent it sets.


GPs emphasise the power of social prescribing

GPs emphasise the power of social prescribing

The college has called for more investment into non-medical activities to boost wellbeing, particularly in more remote areas of Australia.
 


Australia’s use of locum GPs investigated

Australia’s use of locum GPs investigated

Locums are essential to healthcare, but a report suggests better pay and conditions would help build a more permanent GP workforce.


GPs invited to share views on complaints process

GPs invited to share views on complaints process

Doctors are being urged to speak out as part of an investigation into the delays and procedural safeguards faced by those who are subject to an AHPRA immediate action.


Rural health snapshot reveals ‘shameful failure’

Rural health snapshot reveals ‘shameful failure’

Urgent action is needed to bridge the health divide impacting rural communities, says the National Rural Health Alliance’s latest analysis.


Welcome uptake in free NT meningococcal B vaccine

Welcome uptake in free NT meningococcal B vaccine

Almost 1300 patients have received a free vaccination since the program kicked off just weeks ago, with infants the greatest beneficiaries.


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