ACE-inhibitors, ARBs and COVID-19: What GPs need to know Some are considering the role of antihypertensives in the coronavirus pandemic, but experts warn against abruptly stopping these medications.
So you have been asked to self-isolate or quarantine. What now? GPs Dr Wendy Burton and Dr Kat McLean write about what coronavirus-affected people can expect if they have to go into isolation or quarantine.
Chief Medical Officer update on coronavirus testing Professor Brendan Murphy has written to GPs regarding the Communicable Diseases Network Australia National Guidelines and COVID-19 pathology testing.
Warm weather may have helped suppress coronavirus But as Australia moves into its colder months, local experts maintain quarantine efforts such as good hygiene and self-isolation are still the most important factors.
How does coronavirus compare with previous global outbreaks? Coronavirus – COVID-19 – has infected more than 88,000 people since it was first reported in late December, resulting in at least 3000 deaths.
Confusion over updated coronavirus mask advice Some authorities say surgical masks are safe to use for swabs in ‘mild cases’, but that appears to contradict other recommendations.
Eight new coronavirus cases in Australia from quarantined cruise ship Updated: Eight Australians who left the Diamond Princess cruise ship have now tested positive, with the figure expected to rise as more patients are screened.
Telehealth to be expanded for all patients GPs will be able to bulk bill telehealth services for all Australians from next week.
Claims coronavirus can spread through the air A senior Chinese official has said the virus can infect people via airborne transmission, but an Australian expert says more evidence is needed.
Examining factors that worsen coronavirus severity Certain factors influence the case fatality rate for patients infected with COVID-19, with experts advising such patients to take extra precautions.