COVID-19 vaccination drive at Multicultural Festival as SA authorities aim for 80 per cent target
3 years, 1 month ago

COVID-19 vaccination drive at Multicultural Festival as SA authorities aim for 80 per cent target

ABC  

South Australian health authorities have made another plea for communities with low vaccination rates to get immunised against COVID-19, nine days before the state significantly relaxes its border restrictions. Key points: Almost 74 per cent of South Australians aged 16 and over are now double-vaccinated Authorities are continuing to push to boost that number ahead of border restrictions easing on November 23 Plans on how the state will respond to outbreaks are expected within days A pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic at the biennial Multicultural Festival has been among several operating this weekend as the push continues to reach the 80 per cent double-dose target by November 23. The Australian Medical Association yesterday expressed concern that the state would not reach the 80 per cent target by the deadline, warning that "vaccination levels have in fact slowed just a tad". Almost 74 per cent of South Australians aged 16 and over are now double-vaccinated, and Chief Public Health Officer Nicola Spurrier today said multicultural community leaders had been "instrumental" in spreading the message. Opposition health spokesman Chris Picton said the SA government should have targeted under-vaccinated communities "months and months ago".

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Immunisation rates falling among children
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Immunisation rates falling among children

ABC  

Rachel Mealey: There's been a steady decline in childhood vaccination rates since the COVID-19 pandemic. The Federal Government's review into how Australia handled the pandemic associated the decline in childhood immunisation rates with eroding trust in government and medical science. Rachel Hayter: Professor of Public Health at the University of Sydney, Julie Leask, says a bigger driver is reduced access …

‘Still not over’: WHO cautions of COVID-19 threat ahead of summer holidays after US President Joe Biden tests positive
5 months ago

‘Still not over’: WHO cautions of COVID-19 threat ahead of summer holidays after US President Joe Biden tests positive

Live Mint  

New Delhi: With US President Joe Biden testing positive for COVID-19 before the Presidential elections, the World Health Organisation has warned the public that Covid is still not over. WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus issued a warning, stating that vaccination rates among health professionals and the over-60s—two demographics most at risk of dying from COVID—are alarmingly falling. Globally, 9.8 million …

As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US advisers recommend a fall vaccination campaign
5 months, 3 weeks ago

As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US advisers recommend a fall vaccination campaign

The Independent  

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Computer simulation predicts Australia's COVID-19 vaccine campaign prevented thousands of deaths before Omicron spread
8 months, 1 week ago

Computer simulation predicts Australia's COVID-19 vaccine campaign prevented thousands of deaths before Omicron spread

ABC  

In short: A new research study suggests the COVID-19 vaccine campaign prevented 17,760 deaths among NSW residents aged 50 years and over. A new research study suggests the COVID-19 vaccine campaign prevented 17,760 deaths among NSW residents aged 50 years and over. Their research used modelling of state and federal health department data to show the effect on over-50s in …

Covid-19 vaccination rate is ‘lower than we’d like to see,’ CDC says
1 year, 1 month ago

Covid-19 vaccination rate is ‘lower than we’d like to see,’ CDC says

CNN  

CNN — Respiratory virus season is ramping up across the United States, and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning that low vaccination rates are leaving many at risk. There are a number of reasons why it’s important for people to get the latest Covid-19 vaccine, CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen told CNN. “COVID-19 vaccines don’t prevent …

Why thousands of Australians are getting sick right now
1 year, 1 month ago

Why thousands of Australians are getting sick right now

Daily Mail  

Australia's top professors have revealed why Covid cases are suddenly skyrocketing in every state and territory - and how you can help slow the spread of the virus this Christmas. Australia's top professors have revealed why Covid cases are suddenly skyrocketing across every state and territory There were 6,550 reported Covid cases across the country last week, with the Department …

Covid Australia: Fears grow that a new coronavirus strain is causing huge spike in hospitalisations
1 year, 1 month ago

Covid Australia: Fears grow that a new coronavirus strain is causing huge spike in hospitalisations

Daily Mail  

A new Covid subvariant could be causing a spike in hospitalisations and authorities are pleading with vulnerable and elderly patients to get booster shots to stave off the threat. Chief health officer Dr John Gerrard said the surge in cases was largely due to low booster rates in older Queenslanders and the possible emergence of a new Covid variant called …

Australian Technical Advisory Group recommends COVID-19 booster for those over 75
1 year, 3 months ago

Australian Technical Advisory Group recommends COVID-19 booster for those over 75

Daily Mail  

Minister Mark Butler urged Aussies to stay up to date on boosters ATAGI released recommendations for those over 75 to get jabbed The federal government's immunisation advisory body says the most vulnerable Australians should arrange to get yet another Covid-19 vaccination booster. The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation on Friday released fresh recommendations saying all adults over the age …

Warning of big change to Covid vaccines in UK
1 year, 10 months ago

Warning of big change to Covid vaccines in UK

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The NHS in England said that until the universal programme ends, it will continue to …

Claims linking COVID vaccinations to ICU admissions are misleading
54 years, 11 months ago

Claims linking COVID vaccinations to ICU admissions are misleading

Associated Press  

CLAIM: Public health data from Australia shows people vaccinated against COVID-19 are more likely to end up in a hospital ICU with the virus than those who are unvaccinated. While data does show higher admission rates among those with more vaccine doses, public health officials and virus experts say that doesn’t prove that receiving the shot itself makes you more …

COVID-19 updates: Mandatory isolation comes to an end as Australia enters new phase of pandemic — as it happened
2 years, 2 months ago

COVID-19 updates: Mandatory isolation comes to an end as Australia enters new phase of pandemic — as it happened

ABC  

*Sigh* — It looks like I'll be wearing an N95 for the foreseeable future. I haven't had covid yet and don't appreciate that people will be forced to work when sick as they won't receive paid leave- for their sake and for mine! Matthew Pickett — Absolutely crazy - look at what is happening in Europe and the USA now …

Was a Brisbane doctor really sacked after revealing a link between vaccines and miscarriages?
2 years, 4 months ago

Was a Brisbane doctor really sacked after revealing a link between vaccines and miscarriages?

ABC  

CheckMate is a weekly newsletter from RMIT FactLab which recaps the latest in the world of fact checking and misinformation, drawing on the work of FactLab and its sister organisation, RMIT ABC Fact Check. 'No evidence' COVID-19 vaccines cause miscarriage, despite Queensland doctor claim The peak body for obstetricians and gynaecologists strongly advises pregnant women to get vaccinated against COVID-19. …

Go For More Tests, Faster Vaccination: Worried by Uptick in Covid Graph, Centre's Advisory to 7 States
2 years, 4 months ago

Go For More Tests, Faster Vaccination: Worried by Uptick in Covid Graph, Centre's Advisory to 7 States

News 18  

Ramp up testing, promote Covid-appropriate behaviour and increase the pace of vaccination, the Centre has told Delhi and six states amid a spike in coronavirus cases, especially ahead of the festive season. The state must also closely monitor districts reporting higher cases, positivity rates and clusters to prevent further spread of infection and effective case management,” he stressed in the …

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates
2 years, 4 months ago

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates

Hindustan Times  

The global Covid tally is nearing 567 million, with around 6,376,503 deaths. The World Health Organization in its latest update said that cases increased in Europe, Americas, Western Pacific, South East Asia, while there was a drop in Eastern Mediterranean and Africa. However, the figures reported to the United Nations health body did not include data from Australia where Australians …

Victoria records grim pandemic milestone with COVID deaths surpassing 4,000
2 years, 5 months ago

Victoria records grim pandemic milestone with COVID deaths surpassing 4,000

ABC  

Victoria has reached another grim milestone, recording more than 4,000 COVID deaths since the pandemic began. Key points: Victoria further relaxed its COVID restrictions at the end of June Australia hit 10,000 COVID deaths over the weekend An epidemiologist says deaths can be prevented by encouraging mask wearing and vaccination Victoria recorded 16 new deaths and 8,740 new cases of …

New clinic to provide COVID-19 prevention treatment for immunocompromised patients
2 years, 5 months ago

New clinic to provide COVID-19 prevention treatment for immunocompromised patients

ABC  

A COVID-19 prevention clinic that will provide a treatment for high-risk, immunocompromised patients has launched in Melbourne's east. Key points: A COVID-19 prevention clinic will administer an injection to immunocompromised people The national COVID-19 death toll has passed 10,000 A health expert says Australia needs a pandemic "attitude change" Operated by Eastern Health at Maroondah Hospital, the clinic will administer …

Pandemic not over, says WHO as Covid cases rise in 110 countries
2 years, 5 months ago

Pandemic not over, says WHO as Covid cases rise in 110 countries

India Today  

The Covid-19 pandemic is changing but it is not over, the head of the World Health Organization said on Wednesday, cautioning that the cases are on the rise in 110 countries and are being driven mainly by two fast-spreading Omicron sub-variants. "On COVID-19, driven by BA.4 and BA.5 in many places, cases are on the rise in 110 countries, causing …

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections
2 years, 5 months ago

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections

ABC  

Many of Queensland's remaining COVID-19 restrictions have eased from today despite health authorities confirming the state is experiencing a third wave of new cases of the virus. Unless required by their employer, vaccinations will no longer be mandatory for workers in high-risk settings, such as early childhood centres, schools, outside school care, correctional facilities, and airports. A vaccine mandate remains …

Push for COVID-19 boosters as vaccination rate slumps amid winter flu season
2 years, 6 months ago

Push for COVID-19 boosters as vaccination rate slumps amid winter flu season

ABC  

As Western Australia's third COVID-19 vaccine dose rate slumps, experts are urging the community to keep getting boosted. Key points: The end of vaccine mandates is slowing booster uptake The end of vaccine mandates is slowing booster uptake Health experts believe people are less scared of COVID Health experts believe people are less scared of COVID 82 per cent of …

COVID-19 vaccine mandates axed for most WA workers as businesses pick up the pieces
2 years, 6 months ago

COVID-19 vaccine mandates axed for most WA workers as businesses pick up the pieces

ABC  

Less than six months after WA's workplace vaccine mandates started applying to her business, Loren McMath is in two minds over their removal today. According to WA's Chief Health Officer Andy Robertson, that meant there was "little additional benefit to continuing to apply a vaccination mandate beyond a few workforces". "The workforce vaccination mandates have undoubtedly made a significant contribution …

WA's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination rules set to stay as experts see no reason to change
2 years, 6 months ago

WA's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination rules set to stay as experts see no reason to change

ABC  

Throughout the ebb and flow of WA's various COVID restrictions, one rule has remained steady for months now — workplace vaccination requirements. Key points: Most WA workers need to have been triple-dose vaccinated from today Most WA workers need to have been triple-dose vaccinated from today Experts agree the workplace mandate should remain for now Experts agree the workplace mandate …

Call for SA children to get vaccinated for flu as well as COVID-19 as primary school vaccination hubs open
2 years, 6 months ago

Call for SA children to get vaccinated for flu as well as COVID-19 as primary school vaccination hubs open

ABC  

South Australian parents have been urged to get their children vaccinated against influenza on the same day as a COVID-19 vaccination blitz has begun in the state's schools. Key points: About half of this year's flu cases are in children No decision has been made on making the flu vaccine free for everyone A program of COVID-19 vaccination clinics at …

Two COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as state government launches primary school vaccination hubs
2 years, 7 months ago

Two COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as state government launches primary school vaccination hubs

ABC  

Two people with COVID-19 have died in South Australia as the state government launches an initiative to increase the vaccination rate among children. Key points: A man and a woman in their 70s have died after contracting COVID-19 Vaccine hubs at primary schools will start next Friday Professor Nicola Spurrier says nine children in SA have developed a rare but …

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced

ABC  

Peak medical groups have renewed their calls for the West Australian government to reinstate public health measures, warning of a "system collapse" from the state's current trajectory of COVID-19 hospitalisations. Key points: Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister Western Australia's number of COVID-19 hospital cases remains manageable, according to the Health Minister …

Experts attribute Victoria's COVID-19 rate rise to change in weather, waning immunity
2 years, 7 months ago

Experts attribute Victoria's COVID-19 rate rise to change in weather, waning immunity

ABC  

As Victorians emerged from two years largely defined by lockdowns, the start of 2022 was marked by the sharp rise and fall of cases as a wave of Omicron swept through. She said there wasn't an "appetite" to bring back restrictions like indoor mask-wearing, but encouraged people to take steps to protect themselves by wearing "high quality, well-ventilating" masks. COVID-19 …

Western Australia records more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases for the third day running
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia records more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases for the third day running

ABC  

Western Australia could see a COVID-19 caseload of up to 25,000 new infections a day in the coming weeks, the state's Chief Health Officer says. Key points: WA's Chief Health Officer says WA could see case numbers rise The state has seen three days of more than 15,000 daily cases WA's vaccine mandate for workers will be reviewed in the …

What are the odds of catching COVID-19 twice? Here's what we know about reinfection
2 years, 7 months ago

What are the odds of catching COVID-19 twice? Here's what we know about reinfection

ABC  

In January, a 31-year-old woman in Spain tested positive for COVID-19 after developing a cough, fever, and feeling generally unwell. Key points: COVID-19 reinfections have increased significantly in many parts of the world since the arrival of Omicron New subvariants, coupled with waning immunity, could mean more Australians get COVID a second time in coming months Risk factors include time …

Victoria could be hitting the peak of its latest COVID-19 wave. So what comes next?
2 years, 8 months ago

Victoria could be hitting the peak of its latest COVID-19 wave. So what comes next?

ABC  

Over the past few days, a barely perceptible trend has emerged in Victoria's daily tally of COVID-19 infections. "Hopefully we only ever replace one case with less than one now and we'll keep that reproductive number below one and see the numbers come down," Professor Bennett says. Professor Blakely says that's because while vaccines stop people getting seriously ill, "they …

UN official urges acceleration in coronavirus vaccinations
2 years, 8 months ago

UN official urges acceleration in coronavirus vaccinations

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. official spearheading global vaccination efforts against the coronavirus said Monday the number of countries where 10% or less of the population has been vaccinated dropped from 34 to 18 since January and called for accelerated progress to end the pandemic. Assistant Secretary-General Ted Chaiban told the U.N. Security Council that with over 6 million lives …

As Queensland's COVID-19 vaccine mandates ease in social settings, they still apply to many workers
2 years, 8 months ago

As Queensland's COVID-19 vaccine mandates ease in social settings, they still apply to many workers

ABC  

Mary Cullinane loved her job working with people with disabilities, but she left it when vaccine mandates were introduced. Key points: Ms Cullinane was told by her Russian doctors vaccines could reactivate her MS She was not given a vaccine exemption Vaccine rules change next week, but mandates remain for certain places and sectors "I was very good at my …

South Africa surpasses 1,00,000 COVID-19 related deaths; curbs to be eased 'soon' despite 5th wave warning
2 years, 8 months ago

South Africa surpasses 1,00,000 COVID-19 related deaths; curbs to be eased 'soon' despite 5th wave warning

Firstpost  

While the government would not enforce vaccination, the new health regulations still make provision for employers to insist on staff being vaccinated to continue working in their offices Johannesburg: South Africa has surpassed the 1,00,000-mark in COVID-19 related deaths, but the government still plans to end the lockdown restrictions “soon”, despite scientists’ warnings that a fifth wave is imminent next …

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure

ABC  

The number of hospital and ambulance workers unable to work due to COVID-19 has more than doubled in the past 10 days as the Health Minister foreshadows another suspension on some elective surgeries. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 …

Government mulls Covid booster shots for all above 18 years
2 years, 9 months ago

Government mulls Covid booster shots for all above 18 years

The Hindu  

The government is considering allowing booster dose of Covid vaccine for all those above 18 years in view of a surge in infections in parts of the world and ease difficulties faced during international travel, sources said on Monday. "The government is considering to allow booster dose of Covid vaccine to all those above 18 years in view of a …

2 years into pandemic, world takes cautious steps forward
2 years, 9 months ago

2 years into pandemic, world takes cautious steps forward

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — With COVID-19 case numbers plummeting, Emily Safrin did something she hadn’t done since the pandemic began two years ago: She put her fears aside and went to a concert. “Everyone was supposed to be vaccinated or have a negative test, and I said, ‘What the heck, I’m just gonna live my life,’” Safrin said of her concert …

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community
2 years, 10 months ago

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 222 new local cases of COVID-19, including the first of this outbreak in a remote Indigenous community. Key points: Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community Two cases have been confirmed in the remote Mantamaru community The community is in lockdown and close contacts are in isolation The community is in lockdown and …

As Covid Third Wave Nears End, Government Deliberates on Boosters for All
2 years, 10 months ago

As Covid Third Wave Nears End, Government Deliberates on Boosters for All

News 18  

As the third wave of the Covid pandemic nears its end in India, top scientists in the government are deliberating over the need for vaccine boosters for all in this situation, sources told CNN-News18. India has seen a widespread outbreak of the fast-spreading Omicron variant of the coronavirus over the past few weeks and its data is being analysed by …

Likelihood of dying from COVID-19 about one in 61,000 for Queenslanders who get booster shot, data shows
2 years, 10 months ago

Likelihood of dying from COVID-19 about one in 61,000 for Queenslanders who get booster shot, data shows

ABC  

Queenslanders who have received three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine are 20 times less likely to die from the virus than those who remain unvaccinated, new data shows. Key points: The likelihood of someone who has had the booster shot dying from COVID-19 is about one in 61,000 Boosted Queenslanders accounted for only 10.7pc of COVID-19 deaths during the past …

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service rules out mandating COVID-19 vaccines as state records 6,596 new cases
2 years, 10 months ago

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service rules out mandating COVID-19 vaccines as state records 6,596 new cases

ABC  

Queensland Fire and Emergency Service has ruled out enforcing COVID-19 vaccinations for its staff, months after mandates were put in place across Queensland. Key points: The state recorded 12 more COVID-19 deaths but hospital numbers were down The union says about 90 per cent of firies were already fully vaccinated A geriatric ward of the Maryborough Hospital is in lockdown …

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening
2 years, 10 months ago

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening

ABC  

As Western Australians wonder how the state's eventual border reopening might unfold, pundits often draw on the South Australian experience as the state with not only the most comparable population and density, but a COVID-free existence for major parts of the pandemic. "People want to come to South Australia and I think it's happy days for our state going forward," …

Africa CDC director urges youths to boost COVID vaccinations
2 years, 10 months ago

Africa CDC director urges youths to boost COVID vaccinations

Associated Press  

ABUJA, Nigeria — Africa’s top health official is launching a campaign to enlist young people to encourage vaccinations, as just 11.3% of the continent’s 1.3 billion people are vaccinated against COVID-19. Youths will be encouraged “to play an active role” in ramping up inoculations across the continent where the vaccination rate is far below other regions in the world, Africa …

Less than one in three young adults in big cities have had booster
2 years, 10 months ago

Less than one in three young adults in big cities have had booster

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Less than a third of young adults in many of …

Africa CDC: Continent on course to vaccinate 70% this year
2 years, 10 months ago

Africa CDC: Continent on course to vaccinate 70% this year

Associated Press  

JOHANNESBURG — The African continent is on course to reach its target of vaccinating at least 70% of its population against COVID-19 by the end of 2022, the head of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told reporters on Thursday. The continental public health agency said it has been encouraged by a surge in vaccinations in countries like …

NSW records 24 new COVID-19 deaths, 15,091 cases as hospital numbers plateau
2 years, 11 months ago

NSW records 24 new COVID-19 deaths, 15,091 cases as hospital numbers plateau

ABC  

NSW recorded 24 new COVID-19 deaths, as hospitalisations continued to plateau and the Deputy Prime Minister walked back comments made on live radio that "people aren't dying" from the virus. Key points: Booster rate for eligible people in NSW nears 40 per cent Kerry Chant says booster shots critical for protection against Omicron Brad Hazzard urges parents to get their …

Queenslanders urged to get flu shot as authorities brace for season dealing with influenza and COVID-19
2 years, 11 months ago

Queenslanders urged to get flu shot as authorities brace for season dealing with influenza and COVID-19

ABC  

Queensland experts are bracing for a double whammy of COVID-19 and flu as the weather cools down leading into winter and international borders reopen, putting even more pressure on the state's stretched hospital system. Key points: Authorities anticipate a flu resurgence in 2022 with the reopening of Queensland's borders People need to have a separate influenza shot on top of …

Queensland records 13 COVID-19 deaths, 16,031 new cases and booster shot interval cut to three months
2 years, 11 months ago

Queensland records 13 COVID-19 deaths, 16,031 new cases and booster shot interval cut to three months

ABC  

Queensland has recorded 13 new COVID-19 deaths as the state changes rules to make boosters available sooner. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest case information from Queensland Health. Chief Health Officer John Gerrard said booster shots …

Australians Warned As Covid Cases Rise, Asked To Brace For More Deaths
2 years, 11 months ago

Australians Warned As Covid Cases Rise, Asked To Brace For More Deaths

News 18  

Australia should brace for more COVID-19 deaths for the next few weeks, authorities said on Wednesday, as record infections fuelled by the Omicron outbreak overwhelmed health systems forcing Victoria to raise its emergency status for hospitals. “We have seen and we will continue to see deaths, mostly in older people, mostly in people with other chronic diseases,” Chief Health Officer …

Queensland records 11 COVID deaths, 19,932 new cases and date for quarantine-free international travel set
2 years, 11 months ago

Queensland records 11 COVID deaths, 19,932 new cases and date for quarantine-free international travel set

ABC  

Quarantine-free international travel into Queensland will be possible from this weekend for the first time since the spread of COVID-19 prompted the closure of Australia's border almost two years ago. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: 5,698 Queensland's vaccine rollout: First dose: 93.2 per cent 93.2 per cent Second dose: 92.7 per cent Latest …

This is how the COVID-19 health emergency could be over this year, WHO says
2 years, 11 months ago

This is how the COVID-19 health emergency could be over this year, WHO says

LA Times  

John Nkengasong, left, director of the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and moderator Julia Chatterley during a remote panel on vaccine equity at the World Economic Forum on Tuesday. Dr. Michael Ryan, speaking during a panel discussion on vaccine inequity hosted by the World Economic Forum, said “we may never end the virus” because such pandemic viruses “end …

Queensland records 16 COVID-19 deaths and 15,962 new cases in deadliest single day of pandemic
2 years, 11 months ago

Queensland records 16 COVID-19 deaths and 15,962 new cases in deadliest single day of pandemic

ABC  

Sixteen people have died from COVID-19 in Queensland in the latest reporting period, the highest daily death toll yet recorded in the state. Health Minister Yvette D'Ath said the state has confirmed 15,962 new cases of COVID and 819 people are being treated for their symptoms in hospital. Queensland COVID-19 snapshot In latest reporting period: Deaths: 11 11 New cases: …

Has Queensland hit its COVID-19 vaccine ceiling?
2 years, 11 months ago

Has Queensland hit its COVID-19 vaccine ceiling?

ABC  

Queensland is expected to cross the 90 per cent vaccination rate threshold for those aged 16 and over this week, but data shows the pace that people are getting vaccinated has slowed. Queensland's Deputy Premier Steven Miles said all that was needed to achieve that goal was "for all of those people who have had their first dose to get …

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