Molnupiravir linked to COVID mutations Researchers found the widely used antiviral could be driving new SARS-CoV-2 variants, but there is no evidence these pose any additional threat.
Government launches COVID-19 inquiry The RACGP will contribute to a review of the pandemic response, which will scrutinise how the crisis was handled and help prepare for future events.
GPs crucial to rare cancer care: RACGP Key reforms are needed to help GPs better diagnose and treat patients, according to the college’s submission to a Senate Inquiry.
In Practice: Wound awareness Hard-to-heal wounds cost Australia $6.6 billion each year, but medical professionals can reaffirm best practice via a series of free webinars.
Another COVID-19 booster for over-75s: ATAGI The new guidance was released at the same time as an announcement on the upcoming closure of the COVID-19 Vaccination Training Program.
SARS-CoV-2 found on 45% of phones: Study A systematic review suggests almost one in two mobile phones in hospitals harbour SARS-CoV-2, with authors calling for better infection control.
How is Eris different from other Omicron variants? Recently classified as a ‘variant of interest’ by the WHO, EG.5.1 has been circulating in Australia since April.
How is POTS related to long COVID? Researchers are finding that many, but not all, cases of long COVID can be explained by postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome.
GPs ‘underutilised’ for hepatitis B care Australia’s treatment targets are lagging behind, but GPs can help by playing a larger part in managing care, referral pathways and prescribing.
RACGP releases new interpreter guidelines As Australia becomes increasingly multicultural, the college has outlined how to best use interpreters in practice.