Blood-clot death ‘likely’ linked to AstraZeneca COVID vaccine The TGA has confirmed the recent death of a 48-year-old NSW woman was likely linked to the vaccine: ‘A causative link to vaccination should be assumed at this time’.
Calls for whole-of-system approach to ease ambulance ramping crisis The RACGP wants to see the country to follow the Tasmanian suggestion of using general practice to help alleviate hospital overcrowding.
No legal risk for GPs administering AstraZeneca vaccine: Health Minister Greg Hunt has moved to reassure practitioners amid reports GPs stopped offering AstraZeneca to under-50s following recent ATAGI recommendations.
ATAGI recommends major change to vaccine rollout Australian health authorities have recommended people under 50 receive the Pfizer vaccine rather than AstraZeneca.
Brendan Murphy says most GPs ‘incredibly happy’ with vaccine rollout The DoH Secretary acknowledges ‘a couple of instances’ of GPs being upset receiving fewer doses, but said supply issues are to blame.
Kids’ blood pressure measurements differ substantially between arms Researchers found even a small difference between arms could lead to a missed diagnosis of hypertension.
COVID vaccines and cancer patients Cancer Australia has developed a set of frequently asked questions designed to help address patient concerns.
New research grant pays tribute to late RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon was a tireless advocate for GPs and the general practice profession.
COVID vaccines not yet recommended for pregnant women RANZCOG made the recommendation after reviewing all available evidence.
GP hands back Order of Australia Medal Dr Clara Tuck Meng Soo made the decision in protest of Margaret Court’s 2021 Australia Day honour.