Doctors call for new laws to tackle fake vax news
Immunologists say they are playing catch-up with a 'misinformation machine that is always two steps ahead'.
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Doctors working as nurse assistants to help out in UK crisis
Renowned cardiologist Professor Richard Schilling has rolled his sleeves up to support nursing staff at a London hospital.
Can ‘vaxxies’ help promote COVID-19 vaccines to the hesitant?
Supporters believe they're a public health message that should go viral
23% of doctors have been abused on social media
'I got a death threat': One in four doctors claim they have been attacked by online trolls, US researchers report.
Veteran media commentator attacks GPs over waiting times
Broadcaster Mike Carlton also launches a number of personal insults after doctors try to explain the reason for delays.
Dr Charlie Teo drops defamation case over Twitter allegations
The controversial neurosurgeon had threatened to sue another doctor who criticised him for not operating within the public system.
GP anger at media icon over claims they can’t do skin checks
Media personality Deborah Hutton (centre) has been slammed after advising Australians to see a 'proper dermatologist' during an appearance on …
Doctors are in danger from the death of free speech
I’ve kept my head down for a few months — as a writer, that is. I have done this for a few reasons. One being, of course,…
Facebook apologises over its failure to remove posts defaming GP
However, the platform also tried to defend its delayed response to posts on public figures.
GPs rejoice as Pete Evans gets cooked
Doctors, such as Melbourne GP Dr Vyom Sharma, share their relief as the coronavirus-denying former TV cook loses his publishing deal.
