Call to extend coronavirus hotspot support for GPs
Both NSW and Victoria are no longer deemed hotspots after reaching 80% double vaccination
GPs will be left in an “unfair” position unless the Federal Government extends hotspot declarations for areas where there is sustained COVID-19 transmission, the AMA says.
Dr Omar Khorshid.
The declaration of a hotspot allows GPs to receive extra government support such as PPE from the national stockpile and greater access to MBS telehealth items.
