Here are some useful strategies to help ensure children and their whānau are confident and well informed about COVID-19 vaccination, and that the experience is as positive as possible for all involved
This article outlines the evidence-based processes and protocols written by Dee Mangin for the hfam.ca website, which is the basis for the COVID-19 primary care pathway in Ontario, Canada. The information and resources provided here can be adapted and used alongside New Zealand-specific guidance
Consultant cardiologist Chris Ellis discusses the case of a colleague who, like many, is feeling the strain of COVID-19 – as a front-line healthcare worker, he will regularly meet COVID-positive patients, yet he is one of those least protected by the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine
With high COVID-19 vaccination rates, Aotearoa is on the verge of reopening. This article looks at some of the initiatives that got us to where we are today
Jenny Song is a senior nursing academic at Wintec. She is working on her PhD looking at ageing well and is concerned older people are easily overlooked in the COVID response
Just when you thought all the talk of new COVID variants was over, there’s news of yet another one: AY.4.2. But what is it, where did it come from, and should we be concerned?
The number of calls to 0800 IMMUNE from all over Aotearoa New Zealand has increased rapidly since January, creating a busy and dynamic work environment for advisors
Vaccination of whole populations against COVID-19 has provided a plethora of data on vaccine side effects. Dermatologist Amanda Oakley discusses a range of adverse events reported, including cutaneous reactions
Specialist GP Nikki Vadgama provides some tips to make your next paediatric eczema consult easier. She includes a review of new guidelines, resources, websites and medications for paediatric eczema management