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‘No time like the present’ for Queensland RSV vaccine rollout

‘No time like the present’ for Queensland RSV vaccine rollout

The college is urging the state to follow Western Australia’s lead with a ‘lifesaving’ immunisation program.


RSV vaccine could ‘change the landscape’ of hospital presentations

RSV vaccine could ‘change the landscape’ of hospital presentations

Western Australia’s $11 million statewide immunisation rollout follows extensive RACGP advocacy around the issue.


How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?

How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?

Dr Lara Herrero and Wesley Freppel assess the latest evidence, including the impact vaccination and emerging variants can have.


GPs crucial to fighting future pandemics: RACGP

GPs crucial to fighting future pandemics: RACGP

The college is calling for recognition of GPs as frontline workers if a pandemic hits, while pleading with leaders to ‘cut us some slack’.


‘Concerning’ decline in child vaccination coverage

‘Concerning’ decline in child vaccination coverage

The reasons behind the downward trend, which has been seen since the pandemic began, need to be closely monitored according to immunisation experts.


Interest spikes as new COVID-19 vaccines land

Interest spikes as new COVID-19 vaccines land

Supplies are due to arrive in general practices this week, with GPs seeing a significant upturn in patients wishing to get boosted.


New COVID-19 vaccines to be ‘preferred’ option

New COVID-19 vaccines to be ‘preferred’ option

The vaccines, which target the XBB.1.5 Omicron variant, were approved by the TGA and will be available in Australia from next month.


Free flu vaccinations for Queenslanders in 2024

Free flu vaccinations for Queenslanders in 2024

Every resident in the state older than six months will be eligible next year, and the RACGP has called on other states to follow suit.


Free shingles vaccine rollout hits day-one roadblock

Free shingles vaccine rollout hits day-one roadblock

Supply shortages are forcing eligible patients onto lengthening waitlists, but the DoH has said there is ‘no urgency’ as the program is ‘ongoing’.


Proof whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy saves lives

Proof whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy saves lives

New research has revealed babies born to mothers vaccinated against pertussis are 70% less likely to suffer the potentially fatal infection.


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