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.
Herd immunity likely to be ‘made harder’ by variants New modelling has underlined the increasing scale of Australia’s vaccination challenge as it aims to open up to the world.
Supply issues remain despite positive start to general practice Pfizer rollout GPs say there is need for greater supply certainty and timely delivery ahead of another 500 practices joining the rollout next week.
GPs given ‘uncertain’ estimates for risk–benefit vaccine consultations The fact sheet GPs have been asked to use when discussing AstraZeneca vaccines with patients aged under 60 relies on limited information that fails to consider extensive data from abroad.
National Cabinet reveals plan to eventually treat COVID ‘just like the flu’ The Prime Minister has mapped out Australia’s proposed long-term pandemic strategy, but the details of many trigger points are yet to be confirmed.
DoH confirms vaccine indemnity scheme, but questions remain ‘You shouldn’t fear that you’re going to get tied up in complicated litigation if something – despite your best efforts – goes wrong,’ the DoH First Assistant Secretary has told GPs.
How much of Australia’s vaccine supply should be exported? With predictions of local oversupply combined with shortages elsewhere, a virologist, bioethicist and GP share their views with newsGP.
AstraZeneca debate a ‘failure of pandemic management’ RACGP President Dr Karen Price has stressed the decision around COVID vaccination should be shared by patients and GPs without outside interference.
Practices scramble to adapt to vaccine rollout changes General practices have had to adapt at speed once again following another significant shift in COVID-19 vaccination guidance.
New national vaccine advertising campaign needed: RACGP The college has called on the Federal Government to urgently fill an information vacuum that is being taken advantage of by anti-vaxxers.