WHO officially recognises long COVID It is hoped the clinical case definition will help doctors diagnose the condition, which affects more than one in three people infected with COVID-19.
‘Urgently needed’ guidance issued for healthcare COVID exposure sites A new matrix developed by the Department of Health allows clinics to assess their level of risk without having to furlough entire practice teams.
Tired, fed up, exhausted: COVID healthcare worker toll revealed For most on the COVID-19 frontline, stress has increased – but the vaccine rollout and prospect of eased restrictions has boosted morale.
How nutrition could make a significant difference to chronic disease A new study has highlighted the clear benefits of personalised nutrition support in community-based health services, such as general practice.
Research highlights main challenges faced by GPs during pandemic As well as health and safety concerns, doctors reported a lack of timely communication around government policy changes and the need for more support to educate the public about vaccination.
How a COVID hotline could help hospitals and GPs A GP-led initiative is proposing a 24/7 hotline to take the burden off emergency services and ensure continuity of care.
‘The health system will collapse’: GPs call for policy change to keep practice doors open As case numbers and exposure sites increase, there are fears that requiring fully vaccinated practice staff to isolate is becoming unsustainable and risks the entire health system.
Confusion over temporary vaccine exemption According to NSW Health, people who have recovered from COVID-19 will have the same freedoms as the fully vaccinated for up to six months – but questions remain over how the exemption will be granted.
How advanced are COVID booster vaccines? With ATAGI flagging that third doses and booster shots could soon be used to further protect against COVID, newsGP assesses preliminary results from Moderna and Pfizer’s ongoing clinical trials.
‘I’ve not seen an easier way to save lives’ Most Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults are at risk of severe disease from COVID, but vaccine coverage requires patient identification.