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? A survey of Australian parents has revealed the practical difficulties and acceptance barriers leading to falling vaccination rates.
Queensland makes pharmacy prescribing permanent The RACGP has called out the decision to make the pilot programs a permanent fixture, raising concerns about patient safety and the precedent it sets.
In Practice: 2025 flu vaccines arriving early April Delivery of Sanofi’s VaxiGrip Tetra vaccine for this year’s influenza season is expected to arrive within weeks, the DoHAC confirmed.
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.
New guidance on driving and medicinal cannabis The GP-led, practical resources aim to support doctors considering medicinal cannabis treatment for patients who choose to drive.
In Practice: Be prepared for 2025 flu season With flu season approaching, ATAGI is reminding GPs to keep up to date with the latest vaccine advice and resources.
New step-by-step care transition guide for GPs A first-of-its-kind, practical resource is now available to GPs, designed to help navigate the often high-risk task of moving patients between care providers.
Study reveals mental health toll of workplace injury It found an injury done at work may be worse for mental health than an injury sustained elsewhere, with GPs to take a ‘holistic approach’.
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.