Further expansion of NIP shingles vaccines GPs can now offer their immunocompromised patients over 18 years old a subsidised shingles vaccine, but the expansion has raised questions about supply.
‘Disappointing’: PBAC rejects national RSV vaccine push Free immunisations for infants and the elderly will not be rolled out nationwide after the committee knocked back two vaccine applications.
GPs key to fighting vaccine fatigue: RACGP In a new Government submission, the college warned that a resurgence of preventable diseases and fragmentation of care is threatening patients.
PBAC recommends subsidised RSV vaccine for pregnant women The committee has backed Abrysvo being added to the NIP, but GPs have warned additional supply must be guaranteed to ensure a successful rollout.
‘Alarming’: Flu vaccination rates fall over 12% It’s the lowest level recorded by the NCIRS in at least four years, as health authorities warn of an increase in influenza-associated deaths.
In Practice: AIR updates ahead of flu season The Australian Immunisation Register has made enhancements to COVID-19 and influenza vaccine information in preparation for the 2024 winter season.
Australian child vaccination rates continue to fall Many jurisdictions are close to the herd immunity threshold for highly infectious diseases like measles, with some areas especially vulnerable.
Vulnerable patients left waiting amid ongoing Shingrix shortage The Commonwealth is being urged to shore up supply, with wait lists at some practices extending beyond six months to access the subsidised vaccine.
Q fever vaccination added to the AIR The immunisations, which can only be administered once in a person’s life, were previously tracked by a private meat processing company.
First cell-based flu vaccine added to National Immunisation Program The locally made Flucelvax QUAD vaccine is due to be available on the NIP for certain patients from the beginning of March.