Pregnancy status soon mandated for AIR reporting From 1 March, new laws mean vaccination providers must record a patient’s pregnancy details at the time of their vaccine administration.
Vehicle-related pollution may cause more than 11,000 deaths a year A GP expert says new research on the impacts of vehicle emissions on the health of Australians means it should be a consideration in general practice.
There’s no safe level of air pollution Emissions that meet air-quality standards cause illness and early death. Planning decisions need to drive down exposure, writes Professor Guy Marks.
More research suggests link between air pollution and COVID risk A new study has added to existing evidence associating air pollution with increased risk of COVID-19 infection.
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.
Air pollution may have increased COVID-19 deaths by 15% Researchers have been able to estimate the proportion of deaths for the first time.
Less air pollution may be the upside of lockdowns But do the associated health benefits outweigh economic concerns and issues of mental health?
Bushfire smoke from ‘Black Summer’ killed hundreds: Inquiry Resultant air pollution saw a rise in respiratory issues and out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.
Air pollution associated with COVID-19 deaths New research has linked PM2.5 and NO2 levels with increased mortality rates, prompting calls to strengthen air pollution standards.
Calls for national action on bushfire smoke health impact Researchers believe an independent expert committee would give evidence-based, accurate and consistent advice on bushfire smoke and air pollution.