Tackling mild mental health concerns with short, sharp interventions Not all mental health consultations require referral or medication, experts said in a recent GP20 presentation.
Surprise Oxford vaccine results due to manufacturing error Eyebrows were raised when trials showed volunteers who received a lower dose were better protected against COVID-19.
Tackling community trauma after disasters In the lead-up to bushfire season, GPs are being encouraged to take up training to support children and families affected by natural disasters.
Ending the second wave: How did Victoria get to zero active cases? Ring-fencing, lockdowns, mask-wearing, testing blitzes, closed borders. Victoria’s journey to zero was an eventful one.
‘The virus respects no borders’: Global COVID vaccine progress gains momentum Amid more promising trial results, G20 leaders – including Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison – have vowed to ‘spare no effort to protect lives’ and ensure affordable access to vaccines.
Is two months long enough to monitor for vaccine safety concerns? It is ‘not a straightforward answer’, but experts agree the benefits outweigh the risks.
RACGP weighs in on future vaccination requirements The college has commented on proposed changes that would compel GPs to report all newly administered vaccines to the Australian Immunisation Register.
Australia to become leader in understanding infectious disease It is hoped a new institute for infectious disease will improve capacity to respond to pandemics, but experts say GPs must be involved.
Vaccine policy identifies priority groups – but order proves ‘contentious’ Healthcare workers will be among the first in Australia to receive any COVID vaccine, but it is not clear if they should be given access ahead of vulnerable groups.
GPs to be at forefront of Australia’s COVID vaccine distribution The rollout could begin as early as March next year, following news the Federal Government secured two more potential candidates.