Anaphylaxis in less than 1% of ‘highly allergic’ after Pfizer: Study The new research finding also suggests a screening questionnaire could be used to enhance patient safety.
New US study shows profound impact of COVID-19 vaccination Analysis of more than 40,000 cases suggests unvaccinated people are almost 30 times more likely to be hospitalised.
State and general practice join forces for rollout A pilot program involving state health officials and GPs is aiming to boost out-of-hours COVID-19 vaccination rates in Victoria.
‘An excellent starting point’: PIP QI results published for first time More than 5700 general practices have been taking part in the incentives program since it launched in August 2019.
Immunisation statement can be used as vaccination proof People who have received two doses of different COVID vaccines can use the statement until they are able to access the COVID-19 digital certificate.
COVID-19 vaccine efficacy fades over time: Study Vaccine-induced immunity against infection appears to slowly reduce as months pass, but evidence around hospitalisation is less clear. What does this mean for boosters in Australia?
Solution sought for people in COVID vaccine limbo A gap in the Australian Immunisation Register means those who have had different vaccines are not currently recognised as fully vaccinated.
Research provides hope for ‘Holy Grail’ coronavirus vaccine The antibody response to COVID-19 vaccination among SARS survivors shows there is potential for a powerful new variant-proof vaccine.
Huge disparities in speed of vaccine rollout revealed Regional differences in vaccination rates have become clearer since more detailed information was published for the first time earlier this month. How does your area compare?
Do pregnant women have different reactions to COVID vaccines? A large cohort study has found effects of mRNA vaccinations in pregnant and breastfeeding women are similar to the broader population.