GPs told ‘prepare now’ as new coronavirus cases arise With one healthcare worker infected and new cases of community transmission surfacing, GPs have been warned their preparation window is closing.
Johnson & Johnson to pay millions to pelvic mesh patients But one expert laments the difficulty in fixing issues for women who have experienced complications from the implants.
Should Australia be testing more broadly for the coronavirus? The new coronavirus can hide amid a sea of common cold and flu symptoms. One virologist argues we should consider wider exploratory testing.
RACGP President calls for coronavirus clarity Dr Harry Nespolon wants the Government ‘to be very clear’ about general practice’s role in responding to coronavirus.
Aged care must prepare for coronavirus: Experts With older people most at risk, Australia’s aged care facilities urgently need better infection control ahead of any outbreak.
‘No longer possible’ to stop imported coronavirus cases A doctor in NSW has contracted the virus after treating a patient who had recently arrived from Iran, marking the first human-to-human transmission within Australia.
Drive-thru coronavirus testing ‘needs to be explored’: Victorian health chief Victoria’s Chief Health Officer has backed drive-thru coronavirus testing in the event the virus begins spreading widely in Australia.
Concerns grow over global PPE supply chains Doctors have raised concerns over access to personal protective equipment as the Australian Government searches for alternate suppliers amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
NSW rejects five key drug recommendations The independent ice inquiry has prompted further focus on drug use as a health issue rather than a legal one.
Alarm as coronavirus cases reach tipping point As the number of cases reported outside of China continues to accelerate, Scott Morrison has said ‘the risk of a global pandemic is very much upon us’.