Surge in children accessing mental health services New research has confirmed what many likely know: kids have struggled through pandemic-driven lockdowns.
GPs to receive access to Moderna, DoH confirms The RACGP has welcomed the news, which will add another string to GPs’ bow in their efforts to vaccinate Australians against COVID.
On the ground in rural SA RACGP Rural Chair Dr Michael Clements is heading to South Australia to help shine a light on the challenges facing the state’s rural GPs.
Pfizer for all: Over-60s eligible nationwide from October Increasing supply means all Australians 12 and older will soon have access to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.
People who smoke ‘significantly more likely to die’ from COVID And they are 80% more likely to be admitted to hospital than people who do not smoke, according to new research.
‘An incredible moment in each of your careers’ Greg Hunt has thanked GPs for their ‘amazing’ work during the vaccine rollout.
Government moves to ease concerns over next month’s Pfizer supply The Federal Government says Pfizer has confirmed it will meet its scheduled delivery following reports of a potential shortfall.
Victoria reduces interval for vaccine doses Authorities have recommended the time between AstraZeneca doses be reduced to six weeks as the state races to contain a worsening COVID outbreak.
More than 10m jabs given in general practice With Australia’s two largest cities resigned to vaccinating their way out of lockdown, GPs have underlined their importance to the rollout.
Finalised no-fault indemnity scheme gives GPs ‘peace of mind’ RACGP President Dr Karen Price has welcomed the Government scheme, which she says provides ‘protection for GPs working hard on the frontline of the vaccine rollout’.