We are currently experiencing an increase in notifications of pertussis across Queensland. Despite routine pertussis vaccination on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), pertussis is still common in Australia with outbreaks experienced every few years. Infants under 6 months of age...
Department of Health Clinical Care Alert: Benzathine Benzylpenicillin (Bicillin LA) Shortage The Queensland Department of Health has requested we distribute this factsheet to clinicians in the region.The shortage is due to disruption at the point of manufacturing. The shortage is expected...
Expected drug shortages: Over the last week, the TGA announced the following meds are likely to have their supply impacted: Drugs returning to stock: These medications have recently become available again (stock can take a few extra days to flow...
