DoH confirms vaccine indemnity scheme, but questions remain ‘You shouldn’t fear that you’re going to get tied up in complicated litigation if something – despite your best efforts – goes wrong,’ the DoH First Assistant Secretary has told GPs.
Studies link myocarditis cases to mRNA vaccines But while the two new papers showed an association, neither was able to determine whether the vaccines caused the heart condition.
New national vaccine advertising campaign needed: RACGP The college has called on the Federal Government to urgently fill an information vacuum that is being taken advantage of by anti-vaxxers.
Why global COVID vaccination rates matter to Australia There has been a huge focus on issues plaguing the national vaccine rollout, but some of the country’s foremost experts say trends emerging in other parts of the world are equally concerning.
‘Scary’ co-op failure sets off ‘alarm bells’ for general practice GPs are calling for widespread primary care funding reform after a not-for-profit bulk-billing co-operative servicing 30,000 patients went into voluntary administration.
New life insurance information GPs need to know Changes designed to protect patient privacy will be instituted from 1 July.
Government announces new vaccine counselling MBS item number The new Medicare item will provide patients over 50 with a $38.75 rebate when receiving COVID vaccine counselling from their GP.
Vaccination far lower for people with intellectual disability: Study Researchers say urgent action is needed to address what they describe as systemic neglect.
RACGP calls on Government to return Biloela family to Australia President Dr Karen Price says there are long-term health impacts associated with indefinite detention that must be considered.
New national face mask guidelines released All healthcare workers providing direct patient care for individuals with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 should have access to P2/N95 respirators.