What now for ivermectin? Professor Andrew McLachlan reviews the medication and its potential against COVID-19 in the wake of a major study being withdrawn.
Half of hospitalised COVID patients develop complications: Research Authors of the large peer-reviewed study warn of ‘important long-term effects’ on the health system.
Is there enough public data on COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy? The take-up rate of vaccines will shape Australia over the coming months. A mathematician, a social scientist and two GPs discuss the publicly available data.
DoH confirms vaccine indemnity scheme, but questions remain ‘You shouldn’t fear that you’re going to get tied up in complicated litigation if something – despite your best efforts – goes wrong,’ the DoH First Assistant Secretary has told GPs.
COVID outbreaks increase urgency of PPE fit-testing for GPs With reports of the Delta variant spreading through the community, GPs say more needs to be done to protect doctors, practice staff and patients.
How can Australia’s vaccine rollout be repaired? GPs reporting appointment cancellations and fridges full of unused AstraZeneca vaccines say more must be done to restore the public’s confidence.
Government announces new vaccine counselling MBS item number The new Medicare item will provide patients over 50 with a $38.75 rebate when receiving COVID vaccine counselling from their GP.
Novavax vaccine could be ready within months Phase 3 clinical trial results confirm it will likely be a ‘very important’ part of Australia’s vaccination program.
Updated COVID vaccine advice: What GPs need to know The new advice comes after news of a death with a ‘likely’ link to the AstraZeneca vaccine.
New national face mask guidelines released All healthcare workers providing direct patient care for individuals with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 should have access to P2/N95 respirators.