Will vaccine supply issues delay the return to school and impact kids’ mental health? As they did in the early stages of Australia’s rollout, GPs are again warning there are not enough doses to meet demand ahead of 5–11s getting vaccinated.
Top stories of 2021: Part four A combination of freedoms, lockdowns, surging cases, mask rules, a complicated vaccine rollout, and more has made it an eventful year for GPs.
National Cabinet responds to RACGP call for vaccine support GPs are set to receive additional government support after concerns were raised about the increasing complexity of the rollout.
Top stories of 2021: Part three A combination of freedoms, lockdowns, surging cases, mask rules, a complicated vaccine rollout, and more has made it an eventful year for GPs.
COVID-19 Vaccine Claims Scheme now open GPs will play a leading role by providing a medical report for potential claimants under the scheme.
COVID vaccination for children aged 5–11 to begin in January Pfizer’s paediatric vaccine has received its final approval, with ATAGI’s clinical guidance recommending a dosage interval of eight weeks.
Decision aid launched for those with COVID-19 vaccine concerns Prominent public health experts have collaborated to develop an online tool backed by the National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance.
First Omicron studies hint at enhanced role for boosters The first laboratory studies have emerged on Omicron and its impact on vaccination, suggesting ‘extensive but incomplete’ loss of protection – but the picture for severe disease remains unclear.
COVID-19 vaccines and children: What GPs need to know The TGA has paved the way for COVID-19 vaccination in children aged 5–11 from early next year. What part will general practice play?
Five-month booster possible ‘in certain circumstances’: ATAGI No changes have been prompted by the Omicron variant, but the advisory group says a shortened minimum gap can be followed if specific conditions are met.