‘Visionary’ review suggests quicker approval of new medicines New subsidised medication approvals would be streamlined and access made easier for vulnerable populations, under a new health technology plan.
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.
Patients under-reporting adverse drug reactions: Study Despite many Australians knowing they can report ADRs, notification rates are low, especially when using digital reporting tools.
‘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.
GPs’ crazy reminder to look after mental health The medical world has come out in force to mark CrazySocks4Docs, with the RACGP using it as an opportunity to protest mandatory reporting laws.
‘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.