Study flags knowledge gaps for shingles vaccine Research suggests that misconceptions remain about the shingles vaccine in use for the Government vaccination program for people over 70.
Global immunisation coverage in biggest dip for 30 years Australia largely seems to have bucked the international trend, but immunisation experts warn the country has not dodged the impact altogether.
Awards will support risk-benefit analysis of COVID vaccination in kids A newly funded project will evaluate how risk communication for vaccines can be improved to boost vaccine uptake among children.
COVID rate at least double official figures: Antibody study At least 17% of Australians may have contracted COVID-19 during the first Omicron wave, new research suggests – and the true figure could be even higher.
Influenza ‘resurgence’ expected in coming months Open borders and low immunity levels has added additional importance to year’s flu vaccine rollout, the Federal Health Secretary has written.
Boosters’ Omicron impact outlined in vaccination tool update GPs and patients can now generate personalised information on the risks and benefits associated with choosing whether or not to receive a booster shot.
‘Dangerously off-track’: Call for global vaccine equity boost Omicron’s rise highlights the risks posed to Australia by world vaccination gaps, a high-profile group said in a letter to the Prime Minister.
WHO gives warning on missed measles vaccinations Measles vaccination has fallen sharply globally, but Australian immunisation rates appear to have held up despite the challenges of COVID-19.
How can Australians prove their COVID vaccination status? UPDATED: General practices are fielding questions on proving vaccination status and vaccine passports. newsGP looks at some common queries.
Delta’s impact on Australian children becomes clearer COVID is spreading more easily in schools and childcare, but most children infected during Sydney’s outbreak have had mild or no symptoms.