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Fresh push to turn around ‘dire’ flu vaccination rate

Fresh push to turn around ‘dire’ flu vaccination rate

The RACGP has joined calls to boost influenza vaccinations as cases continue to climb, with increases seen across all Australian jurisdictions.


GPs remain the frontline in vaccination

GPs remain the frontline in vaccination

With the WHO warning global immunisation gains are at risk, an RACGP expert says GPs are best placed to get vaccination rates up.


Using same arm for vaccination boosts antibody response: Study

Using same arm for vaccination boosts antibody response: Study

New Australian research suggests that using the same arm for vaccine boosters could trigger a more rapid immune response.


RSV infant immunisation programs now open across Australia

RSV infant immunisation programs now open across Australia

As RSV case numbers grow, all states and territories have now launched programs to help protect infants against the infection.


Study suggests answer to reducing RSV hospital admissions

Study suggests answer to reducing RSV hospital admissions

Research evaluating the effectiveness of RSV vaccination among babies in WA has found a significant reduction in hospital admissions.


What is stopping kids getting a flu vaccination?

What is stopping kids getting a flu vaccination?

A survey of Australian parents has revealed the practical difficulties and acceptance barriers leading to falling vaccination rates.


Is measles making a comeback in Australia?

Is measles making a comeback in Australia?

With diagnoses returning to pre-pandemic levels, and one case transmitted in a waiting room, experts are warning the measles outbreak has significant implications for GPs.


Be prepared for flu season 2025

Be prepared for flu season 2025

With declining flu vaccination rates sounding alarm bells, the Chief Medical Officer is calling on GPs to help lift the numbers.


In Practice: Call to join funding reform working groups

In Practice: Call to join funding reform working groups

The RACGP is seeking members to join Funding and Health System Reform Working Groups on business viability and compliance.


Welcome uptake in free NT meningococcal B vaccine

Welcome uptake in free NT meningococcal B vaccine

Almost 1300 patients have received a free vaccination since the program kicked off just weeks ago, with infants the greatest beneficiaries.


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