‘There’s a lot of vaccine hesitancy out there’ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health experts speak to newsGP about steps to address misinformation and hesitancy ahead of phase 1b.
Thousands of GPs prompted to review pregabalin prescribing GPs are being called to self-audit amid concerns over harmful and hazardous use of pregabalin in combination with opioids and benzodiazepines.
Fears AstraZeneca pause in Europe could give rise to vaccine hesitancy in Australia At least 13 countries have raised the alarm about possible links between the coronavirus vaccine and blood clots. How will GPs address these concerns with patients?
Criticism of GPs’ refusal to treat some infant patients in-person a ‘cheap shot’ Many GPs who ask that young patients be tested for COVID-19 before treating them in-person believe they are simply following state-issued health advice.
Questions over company selected for national COVID vaccine booking system Concerns relate to HealthEngine’s past misuse of patient data, the selection process, impact on competition, and the need for a national online booking system.
Researchers ignite hope for new osteoporosis treatments The discovery of a new type of bone cell may present a pathway for new therapies for skeletal disease.
New online toolkit to help streamline Heart Health Checks Developed with input from GPs, the new tool aims to assist practices in better engaging and recalling eligible patients to boost screening rates.
COVID vaccine rollout: What GPs can learn from one doctor’s trial run As the nationwide rollout of AstraZeneca approaches, GP Dr Mukesh Haikerwal reveals the logistical realities exposed during a three-hour run through at his clinic.
Thousands of general practices to receive COVID vaccine doses within weeks A change in strategy will see all 4600 participating practices added to the rollout over four weeks, allowing more patients to be vaccinated by their own GP.
TGA to provide further clarity on vaccine advertising guidelines The move comes after a request from RACGP President Dr Karen Price.