How to access Medicare support for third COVID vaccine doses GPs can conduct suitability assessments and administer third doses with the same item numbers used for second doses.
Shingles vaccine catch-up program extended The extension means people aged 70–79 will now have free access to vaccination against the herpes zoster virus until at least October 2023.
What is Australia’s potential new COVID treatment? Half a million doses of the oral antiviral candidate could become available from next year, pending TGA approval.
RACGP urges eligible doctors to sign up for PEP The course provides access to full A1 Medicare rebates, support and mentoring from medical educators, and an optional exam preparation course.
RACGP calls for ‘blended’ aged care funding model Investment via a system that incorporates fee-for-service, complexity loading and recognition for high-quality care is needed, the college says.
RACGP appoints new CEO Paul Wappett will take on the role next month, following a successful stint as chief executive of the Australian Institute of Business.
Immunocompromised require third COVID vaccine dose: ATAGI The additional dose is considered part of the primary regimen and is intended to generate an immune response equivalent to the general population.
TGA monitoring overseas Moderna recommendations Several countries have limited the use of the mRNA vaccine in younger people, but there is no sign Australia will institute a similar pause.
‘This Rural Life’ officially launched The RACGP project aims to inspire more people to consider a career in rural general practice and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
Australia secures 300,000 courses of COVID antiviral The supply agreement could mean molnupiravir is being used to treat COVID-19 by early 2022, provided it is approved by the TGA.