AstraZeneca and Pfizer: What are the side effects of Australia’s vaccines? People under 55, women and those previously infected with COVID-19 are more likely to report side effects after receiving either vaccine, according to new research.
Evidence suggests AstraZeneca and Pfizer are equally effective Experts say the research is reassuring, and indicates that both COVID vaccines offer a pathway to Australia reaching a high level of immunity.
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.
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.
National flu death toll tops 250 Australia is battling through one of its deadliest flu seasons on record.
How important are COVID vaccine efficacy rates? Experts weigh in on whether greater investment in candidates with a higher efficacy rate would actually provide greater promise of elimination.
Face masks: What GPs and patients need to know UPDATED: With Victoria and SA coming out lockdown, and NSW still in the grips of a significant outbreak, governments continue to adjust restrictions.
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.
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.