Solution sought for people in COVID vaccine limbo A gap in the Australian Immunisation Register means those who have had different vaccines are not currently recognised as fully vaccinated.
Research provides hope for ‘Holy Grail’ coronavirus vaccine The antibody response to COVID-19 vaccination among SARS survivors shows there is potential for a powerful new variant-proof vaccine.
Children on NDIS given access to COVID vaccination Australians on the National Disability Insurance Scheme aged 12–15 years will be eligible to receive a Pfizer vaccine from 25 August.
GP calls on more practice owners to offer vaccination on weekends Victorian GP Dr Ern Chang is among those running weekend COVID vaccination clinics. But is it profitable and sustainable longer term?
Huge disparities in speed of vaccine rollout revealed Regional differences in vaccination rates have become clearer since more detailed information was published for the first time earlier this month. How does your area compare?
COVID vaccine rollout to expand to all people 16 and older Every Australian aged 16–39 will be able to book a Pfizer vaccine from 30 August, but RACGP President Dr Karen Price has urged them to consult with their GP first.
Can a rise in vaccination motivation spur take-up beyond hotspots? The Delta threat has coincided with a surge in Australian vaccination numbers but experts say other factors, including access and socioeconomic status, could be even more important.
Reminder for patient out-of-pocket vaccine costs The Department of Health has issued further advice for general practices on COVID vaccine MBS billing items.
Eleven blood clot cases linked to AstraZeneca in past week There were no deaths associated with the vaccine, but six thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome cases remain in hospital.
Why does Australia rely on volunteers for detailed COVID vaccine stats? GPs say more localised official figures could aid the rollout, but there are no immediate plans for these to be released.