Queensland's Chief Health Officer rejects Prime Minister's comments on AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine for under-40s
3 years, 8 months ago

Queensland's Chief Health Officer rejects Prime Minister's comments on AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine for under-40s

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Queensland's Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young has made clear her view on people under the age of 40 getting AstraZeneca vaccinations — don't do it. Western Australia Premier Mark McGowan also said he agreed with Dr Young and that people under 40 should not get the AstraZeneca COVID vaccination, based on health advice. 'Someone will be held responsible' Photo shows Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk speaks to reporters Queensland records three new community cases of COVID-19 as the state begins its first day of lockdown Dr Young said she would be attending an urgent meeting with the Commonwealth and other state chief health officers to discuss the confusion. "My message to Queenslanders today is: please listen to Dr Young's advice and listen to the health experts when it comes to the vaccine," Ms Palaszczuk said.

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Young Queenslanders urged to get vaccinated because COVID-19 will 'find people who aren't'
3 years, 5 months ago

Young Queenslanders urged to get vaccinated because COVID-19 will 'find people who aren't'

ABC  

Slow uptake of COVID-19 vaccines by young people could see Queensland struggle to hit the 80 per cent vaccination rate by the December 17 date, a leading infection control specialist has warned. Key points: Queensland's border opening is scheduled to go ahead on December 17 Professor McLaws says Queensland should introduce rapid antigen testing on the border The Queensland government …

Surge in COVID jabs for young people in NSW and Victoria as vaccines become more available
3 years, 7 months ago

Surge in COVID jabs for young people in NSW and Victoria as vaccines become more available

ABC  

Young Australians in locked-down cities are rolling up their sleeves in massive numbers to protect themselves with the AstraZeneca vaccine. Unvaccinated younger workers who cannot work from home are continuing to circulate the virus in Sydney, and the NSW government is hoping higher vaccination rates will put downward pressure on the infection curve, as well as reduce the number of …

Young people explain why they are seeking out COVID-19 jabs
3 years, 7 months ago

Young people explain why they are seeking out COVID-19 jabs

ABC  

Many months after Australians first started getting coronavirus vaccines, incremental changes are enabling more young people to access the jabs. Young people getting their first dose at the vaccine hub at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building shared some of their motivations, thoughts and hopes as they took the crucial step. "Since they allowed AstraZeneca into the state facilities I think more …

ATAGI urges all adult Sydneysiders to 'strongly consider' the AstraZeneca vaccine amid NSW COVID outbreak
3 years, 7 months ago

ATAGI urges all adult Sydneysiders to 'strongly consider' the AstraZeneca vaccine amid NSW COVID outbreak

ABC  

All adults in Greater Sydney should “strongly consider” getting vaccinated with any available vaccine, including AstraZeneca, Australia's expert vaccines body says. Key points: ATAGI says it updated the advice to reflect the worsening COVID situation in Sydney Deputy Chief Medical Officer Michael Kidd says there is evidence the Delta strain has a more serious impact on younger people The vaccine …

ATAGI advice on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine remains unchanged for under 60s
3 years, 8 months ago

ATAGI advice on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine remains unchanged for under 60s

ABC  

The expert panel advising on Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout has not changed its advice limiting AstraZeneca vaccines to people over 60. Key points: ATAGI, the government's expert panel on vaccines, meets each week to discuss the government's response to the pandemic; The panel did not change its advice limiting AstraZeneca to people over 60 Prime Minister Scott Morrison indicated the …

Scott Morrison's AstraZeneca announcement for under-40s still not advised by ATAGI, co-chair says
3 years, 8 months ago

Scott Morrison's AstraZeneca announcement for under-40s still not advised by ATAGI, co-chair says

ABC  

The head of the Commonwealth's expert vaccine panel has poured cold water on suggestions Australians under the age of 40 should be trying to get the AstraZeneca vaccine. Key points: ATAGI co-chair Christopher Blyth says there are very few situations where he would advise younger people to get AZ On Monday, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said younger Australians could consult …

AstraZeneca vaccine for under-40s. This is what health experts, politicians and ATAGI have said
3 years, 8 months ago

AstraZeneca vaccine for under-40s. This is what health experts, politicians and ATAGI have said

ABC  

Allowing under-40s to go and chat to their doctors to potentially get the AstraZeneca jab has led to a raft of comments from politicians and health experts over the last couple of days. Back to top Prime Minister Scott Morrison At a press conference after an emergency National Cabinet meeting on Monday, the Prime Minister said the ATAGI advice did …

Regional GPs doubt younger residents will be lining up for AztraZeneca vaccines
3 years, 8 months ago

Regional GPs doubt younger residents will be lining up for AztraZeneca vaccines

ABC  

A regional New South Wales GP says he's not expecting residents to rush to his clinic to get the AstraZeneca vaccine. Key points: A regional GP doesn't expect huge patient demand for AstraZeneca vaccine A NSW health service welcomes GP involvement, expecting it to ease pressure on vaccinators Pharmacies say they are sitting idle and being underutilised in the regions …

Who is eligible for the Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines? How do I get one?
3 years, 8 months ago

Who is eligible for the Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines? How do I get one?

ABC  

With lockdowns gripping much of the country and government messaging around vaccines shifting, you might be considering whether it's time to get the jab. However, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Monday that the above advice does not prevent younger people from approaching their GP and asking for the AstraZeneca vaccine, which Australia has a larger supply of. The rare …

WA Premier says under-40s should not get Astra Zeneca based on expert health advice
3 years, 8 months ago

WA Premier says under-40s should not get Astra Zeneca based on expert health advice

ABC  

WA Premier Mark McGowan says people under 40 should not get the AstraZeneca COVID vaccination, based on health advice. "As a country, we just need to get more opportunities for people to get vaccinated with the vaccine that is appropriate for their age group," he said. "There is hesitancy amongst remote Aboriginal communities and we need to really target getting …

AstraZenenca can now be requested by anyone under 40 in major change to vaccine program
3 years, 8 months ago

AstraZenenca can now be requested by anyone under 40 in major change to vaccine program

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has revealed a massive change to Australia's coronavirus vaccination program, announcing anyone under the age of 40 can now approach their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine. Key points: People aged over 60 will be given priority for the AstraZeneca vaccine People aged over 60 will be given priority for the AstraZeneca vaccine It's the first …

The Latest: Australia raises AstraZeneca safety age to 60
3 years, 9 months ago

The Latest: Australia raises AstraZeneca safety age to 60

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. — In world's poorest countries, surge combines with vaccine …

Experts want age limit for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine reviewed after latest death
3 years, 9 months ago

Experts want age limit for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine reviewed after latest death

ABC  

Some researchers and medical specialists are calling for a review of the age groups who receive the AstraZeneca jab, after a 52-year-old woman died from a brain clot last week. Key points: The second Australian clotting death occurred after 3.6 million doses of AstraZeneca had been administered The second Australian clotting death occurred after 3.6 million doses of AstraZeneca had …

Coronavirus vaccinations to be offered to West Australians aged over 50 from next week
3 years, 10 months ago

Coronavirus vaccinations to be offered to West Australians aged over 50 from next week

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West Australians aged over 50 will be eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19 from next Monday. Key points: The AstraZeneca jab will be used, with clinics to be set up across Perth GPs will be able to give the vaccine to those aged over 50 from mid-May Four new coronavirus cases have been recorded in WA hotel quarantine WA Premier …

National Cabinet endorses PM's push to offer AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to more over-50s
3 years, 11 months ago

National Cabinet endorses PM's push to offer AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to more over-50s

ABC  

Australians over the age of 50 could soon receive the AstraZeneca vaccine earlier than expected after the states and territories agreed to bring the COVID-19 vaccine timetable forward. Key points: National Cabinet has agreed in principle to allow Australians over 50 to receive the vaccine Most Australians aged 50-69 are not yet able to get vaccinated Labor says the government …

PNG facing AstraZeneca vaccine hesitancy as some locals refuse to take jab amid rollout
3 years, 11 months ago

PNG facing AstraZeneca vaccine hesitancy as some locals refuse to take jab amid rollout

ABC  

Australia's decision to limit the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in people under 50 has created vaccine hesitancy in Papua New Guinea, where the government is continuing with its rollout of the jab. Key points: As many as 8442 people have been infected with COVID-19 in the country and 69 people have died Many in PNG want more evidence the …

AstraZeneca says reports its COVID-19 vaccine has low efficacy in elderly people are 'completely incorrect'
4 years, 1 month ago

AstraZeneca says reports its COVID-19 vaccine has low efficacy in elderly people are 'completely incorrect'

ABC  

Pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca has denied media reports that its COVID-19 vaccine is not very effective for people over 65. Key points: AstraZeneca said media reports about the vaccine's efficacy in the elderly were "completely incorrect" The company said strong immune responses had been shown in blood analysis of elderly trial participants The Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine has not yet been approved in …

Queensland Chief Health Officer to update Premier about lifting remaining border restrictions with NSW
4 years, 3 months ago

Queensland Chief Health Officer to update Premier about lifting remaining border restrictions with NSW

ABC  

There's growing optimism Queensland will make an announcement about lifting its remaining border restrictions to Greater Sydney as early as today, after the Premier left the door open for an early decision. Key points: Queensland's Premier will seek an update from the Chief Health Officer today about the state's border restrictions to Greater Sydney Queensland's Premier will seek an update …

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