‘We’re all going to get COVID’: What living with the virus may look like newsGP considers the implications of ‘living with COVID’.
‘Absolutely heartbreaking’: GP forced to throw out hundreds of expired COVID vaccines Plans have been announced to send unused doses overseas, but an absence of forward planning is resulting in wastage.
Research highlights main challenges faced by GPs during pandemic As well as health and safety concerns, doctors reported a lack of timely communication around government policy changes and the need for more support to educate the public about vaccination.
Government moves to ease concerns over next month’s Pfizer supply The Federal Government says Pfizer has confirmed it will meet its scheduled delivery following reports of a potential shortfall.
Will GPs be vaccinating five-year-olds against COVID by year’s end? Preliminary results among children under 12 show promise, but larger trials will likely be needed to confirm that the benefits outweigh the risks.
Research finds no association between COVID vaccines and miscarriage Pregnant women who are vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 are no more likely to miscarry than those who are unvaccinated.
What role should GPs play in managing COVID-19 cases? With record daily cases stretching Australia’s healthcare network, there is renewed focus on how patients can be managed in a strained system.
Anaphylaxis in less than 1% of ‘highly allergic’ after Pfizer: Study The new research finding also suggests a screening questionnaire could be used to enhance patient safety.
No Moderna access for general practice in 2021 Ten million doses of the mRNA vaccine will be prioritised for pharmacies and workplace vaccination programs, the Department of Health has said.
What makes people ignore COVID restrictions? As community transmission continues to climb in NSW and Victoria, research has given insight into people’s behaviours and attitudes towards public health measures.