Information for GPs
Latest COVID-19 advice for general practice including information on the vaccine rollout, testing criteria, financial support and personal protective equipment.
COVID-19 vaccine eligibility checker
The COVID-19 vaccine rollout
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has advised the Australian Government on which groups should be prioritised for the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination in Australia. This advice is consistent with guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO).
All primary health care workers can get vaccinated now
Health care workers, including people working in general practice, community pharmacy and allied health, who have not already done so, are encouraged to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Workers 60 years and over can access the AstraZeneca vaccine at a general practice clinic, GP respiratory clinic or Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service. Workers under 60 years can access the Pfizer vaccine at a Pfizer vaccination clinics. Use the eligibility checker to find a clinic and make a booking.
The Pfizer vaccine remains the preferred vaccine for people under 60. However, under new arrangements, access to the AstraZeneca vaccine is being expanded to adults under 60 – provided they give informed consent.
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Testing criteria
COVID-19 testing in the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay region is available at a clinics in a number of locations.
If you’re feeling sick:
- get tested today
- stay home and isolate until you get the results and your symptoms resolve.
If you have any of the following COVID-19 symptoms, no matter how mild, get tested:
- fever
- cough
- sore throat
- shortness of breath
- runny nose
- fatigue
- diarrhoea
- vomiting or nausea
- loss of smell and/or taste
Other symptoms people may experience include muscle or joint pain, and loss of appetite.
COVID-19 assessment and management HealthPathway
This pathway has been endorsed by State Health Emergency Coordination Centre to guide primary care management of COVID‑19 in the state.
National guidelines for public health units
The Series of National Guidelines have been developed in consultation with the Communicable Diseases Network Australia and endorsed by the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee. These guidelines summarise recommendations for surveillance, infection control, laboratory testing and contact management for COVID-19.
PPE suppliers in Australia
The PHN has made every effort to determine the legitimacy of these companies, but cannot guarantee their level of service. This information is being provided to support practices, but it is not an endorsement of the companies listed.
COVID-19 checklist
Brisbane North PHN have developed a primary healthcare service COVID-19 checklist. The checklist is designed as a support tool for COVID-19 practice readiness for general practices in the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay region.
healthdirect Video Call
The healthdirect Video Call service is available to general practices, Aboriginal Medical Services and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services in Australia until 31 December 2021 under a special funding arrangement from the Australian Department of Health.
This funding provision enables telehealth as a whole-of-population model of care during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MBS-related coronavirus information
Financial support measures for general practice
There is a variety of support measures in place for general practices affected by the impact of COVID-19. These include support measures announced by the Australian Government, the Queensland Government, tax relief initiatives via the Australian Taxation Office and support packages from Australian banks.
Download the financial support measures
Virtual emergency department hotline
The Virtual ED service has been developed by Metro North HHS to provide GPs from the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay region access to emergency medicine specialist advice over the phone (or via video conference).
Available Monday to Friday, 8.00 am - 5.30 pm. To connect with the service call 1300 847 833.
Health professionals disability advisory service
The COVID-19 Health Professionals Disability Advisory Service provides specialised advice for health professionals delivering care in primary or acute care settings. During COVID-19, some people with disability may require adjustments to their healthcare to ensure they receive COVID-19 testing and/or treatment with minimum distress.
Healthcare professionals can call the service from 8.00 am to 9.00 pm Monday to Friday on 1800 131 330.
Latest COVID-19 news
Brisbane North PHN will continue to provide the latest information on COVID-19. For further information, please contact your Primary Care Liaison Officer on 07 3630 7300 or email covid19@brisbanenorthphn.org.au.
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