Australian research provides COVID-19 vaccine hope The breakthrough comes after recent studies have suggested long-term immunity from natural infection may not be possible.
More evidence suggests no long-term COVID-19 immunity A new longitudinal study has found coronavirus antibodies diminish rapidly within three months of peaking.
RACGP confirms appointment of new CEO Following an exhaustive recruitment process, MS Research Australia Chief Executive Dr Matthew Miles will begin his new role with the college on 3 August.
RACGP recognises the ‘unheralded heroes’ of COVID-19 The college is encouraging Australians to thank general practice staff for their work throughout the pandemic.
WHO acknowledges COVID-19 airborne transmission may be possible Despite only recently pushing back against such claims, scientists from the global health body have now said there is emerging – but not definitive – evidence.
Infectious disease expert dismisses letter warning of airborne spread The letter, signed by more than 230 scientists, states COVID-19 can spread through the air and urges countries to update infection control guidance.
Study links hot flushes, night sweats to CVD in women The new research could help identify patients in need of close monitoring in clinical practice. But does it tell the whole story?
GPs key in detecting bowel cancer sooner Increasing the role of GPs in the screening process could improve the number of test completions, a new study has found.
COVID-19 saliva tests not as accurate as widespread reporting suggests While useful, evidence shows a relative lack of sensitivity means there is still a high chance of returning a false-negative.
Mass testing and ‘ring fences’: Victoria’s stage three COVID-19 response As a community transmission-fuelled outbreak threatens to get out of control and suburbs are locked down, newsGP explores containment efforts and general practice’s role in stopping the spread.