The moving parts of a nationwide vaccine rollout One of the largest logistical efforts in Australian general practice history will commence in less than a week.
DoH confirms personal attendance not needed to claim MBS COVID vaccine numbers The RACGP had strongly advocated that such a requirement would severely hamper general practice’s involvement in the rollout.
General practices to receive response on COVID EOIs imminently Hundreds of general practices will be involved in the initial vaccine rollout, with numbers ramping up as more doses become available.
What the TGA means by ‘case-by-case’ basis for over 65s The approval of the Oxford University/AstraZeneca vaccine has raised some unanswered questions, but RACGP President Dr Karen Price says GPs are still well equipped to handle the rollout.
‘Professional attendance’ a sticking point in COVID vaccine rollout More than 5000 general practices have put their hand up to take part in the nationwide vaccination program, but questions over MBS rebate requirements could stall momentum.
ACCHOs face challenges of vaccine rollout to remote communities As Australia’s COVID vaccination campaign inches closer, Aboriginal health services prepare for a mammoth effort.
Prime Minister reveals further $1.9 billion to support vaccine rollout General practice is expected to receive a substantial amount of the new allocation, but details remain limited.
COVID vaccination EOIs give general practices ‘a seat at the table’ The RACGP is encouraging practices to submit their expression of interest, along with any concerns around the proposed delivery and funding model.
Government seeks general practice EOIs for COVID vaccine rollout GPs will form the backbone of ‘one of the greatest logistical exercises’ in Australian history.
Concerns raised over pharmacists’ role in COVID vaccine rollout Queensland Health has taken steps to include pharmacies in the vaccination program. But will it come at the cost of patient safety?