Are blood clots a concern with mRNA vaccines? An investigation into Australia’s first case of blood clotting after the Pfizer vaccine has yet to confirm a link.
Mother’s meningococcal grief a powerful reminder for the importance of routine immunisations Kirsty McGinty is sharing her daughter’s story to encourage people to stay on top of routine immunisations, with COVID-19 resulting in many being delayed or missed.
The modern dietary trend that could impact fetal development An ongoing shift away from dairy, bread and iodised salt is a risk for pregnant women and their babies, a new study has found.
Blood clot case under investigation following Pfizer vaccine The news comes as Australia moves to establish local mRNA manufacturing capacity and experts call for current Pfizer supplies to be redirected to younger cohorts.
Influenza remains at record low levels to start 2021 But health authorities say it is still essential for patients to receive their flu vaccinations ahead of the season.
Insights into weaning patients off antidepressants Discontinuing long-term antidepressant use should only occur after thorough preparation between a patient and their GP, new research has found.
Blood clots up to 10 times more common with COVID than vaccines: Study Research has identified the various risks of people experiencing cerebral venous thrombosis, which has been linked to the AstraZeneca vaccine.
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’.
‘Seeds of fear and mayhem’: Concerns media hindering vaccine rollout Journalists have a responsibility to not undermine the science and contribute to issues of vaccine hesitancy, according to the RACGP President.
Deaths in custody: ‘Every Aboriginal family has a story’ It’s been 30 years since the royal commission first tabled its recommendations and GPs are calling for more action.