infectious diseases
Malaria vaccine world first could be a step closer
A malaria vaccine could be a step closer as Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria welcomed news that the European Medicines Agency …
Pharmacy flu jabs confusing, won’t increase uptake: UK GPs
British GPs have hit out at England’s national pharmacy flu vaccination service, which they say will confuse patients and make more work for GPs. The UK’s Pharmaceutical Services Negotiation Committee …
Health Minister cautions as flu cases soar
New figures that show Australia is experiencing a particularly bad flu season – with cases up by over 50% in 2015 compared to the same time last year – have …
Study to uncover childhood vaccination fears
University of Queensland researchers are hoping to examine parents’ fears about childhood vaccinations by conducting an Australia-wide survey. A team from UQ’s Parenting and Family Support Centre is asking parents to participate …
HIV treatment trial halted as interim results clear
A major international HIV treatment trial co-ordinated by the Kirby Institute at UNSW in partnership with three other international research centres has been terminated ahead of schedule after interim results …
Golden Staph cases dropping
Australia’s major public hospitals have recorded a marked fall in the rate of healthcare-associated Golden Staph bloodstream infections, the latest report from the National Health Performance Authority shows. The number …