COVID vaccine safety data for children ‘extremely reassuring’ A new study tracking nearly 400,000 children aged 5–15 post-vaccination found adverse events were generally short-term and mild.
TGA green lights Nuvaxovid for 12–17-year-olds But while provisional approval has been granted, inclusion in the national program for this age group is yet to be confirmed.
Slight rise in adverse reactions for joint COVID and flu jabs A peer-reviewed article looking at the co-administration of COVID booster and flu vaccines in the US reports that most reactions tend to be mild.
Supply issues flagged as TGA provisionally approves Moderna for under-fives The Federal Health Minister has urged parents to delay booking COVID vaccine appointments for their very young children.
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.
Experts urge to improve ‘dismal’ pregnancy vaccine rates Only 12% of a large study cohort were vaccinated against flu and whooping cough during pregnancy, prompting a review of public health strategies.
Winter readiness tools for CALD patients Translated resources on COVID and flu vaccinations have been added to support GPs caring for patients who speak a first language other than English.
Free flu vaccinations: Everything GPs need to know Universally free flu vaccines are now available – in theory at least – across all Australian states. Here, newsGP sums up the latest details.
Is your practice ready for winter? A winter planning toolkit released by the RACGP aims to help practices keep patients and staff safe during the coming months.
Free flu vaccination campaigns expand across the country Most states are territories are now offering to pay for people to get vaccinated against influenza, as the national caseload continues to mount.