Coronavirus Australia: NSW records 1,022 new Covid-19 cases as more regions plunged into lockdown
3 years, 6 months ago

Coronavirus Australia: NSW records 1,022 new Covid-19 cases as more regions plunged into lockdown

Daily Mail  

NSW is on track to hit its 70 per cent double jab target earlier than estimated as the state recorded 1,022 new cases and 10 deaths. Sydneysiders could be released from lockdown as early as October 11 More than 53 per cent of eligible NSW residents are fully vaccinated as the government eased more restrictions with the announcement of a friends bubble for under-18s, where kids can visit each other in groups of three. NSW recorded 1,022 new cases and 10 deaths on Tuesday 'We've said before 80 per cent, nothing will happen but we're just determining what happens at and above 80 per cent,' Mr Barilaro said. Almost 53 per cent of eligible NSW residents are now fully vaccinated with the state on track to hit 70 per cent before October 11

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Australians struck down with Covid warned to 'stay at home' as two new variants spread and hospitalisations surge
1 year, 2 months ago

Australians struck down with Covid warned to 'stay at home' as two new variants spread and hospitalisations surge

Daily Mail  

Australians struck down by Covid are being warned to 'stay home' as case numbers surge to their highest levels in over a year. Two new highly contagious variants - JN.1 and HV.1 - have been rapidly spreading during the Christmas period, with Victoria and New South Wales seeing a surge in hospitalisations. Pictured: Covid testing clinic in Sydney in 2021 …

Why thousands of Australians are getting sick right now
1 year, 4 months 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 …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 5 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 27, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales New South Wales's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a seven-day rolling average system, as per the federal government's national reporting site. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's …

Covid Australia: Fears grow that a new coronavirus strain is causing huge spike in hospitalisations
1 year, 5 months 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 …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 5 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on Friday, October 20, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales The state has recorded 1,541 new COVID-19 cases, up from last week's total of 1,332. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland's new COVID-19 reporting process now works on a …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 5 months ago

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction for the past week, as reported on September 29, 2023. Source: ACT Health New South Wales The state has recorded 2,232 new COVID-19 cases, down from last week's total of 2,333. Source: NT Health Queensland Queensland has recorded 77 new average daily COVID-19 cases in …

Fast-spreading new coronavirus strain dubbed ‘variant of interest’
1 year, 7 months ago

Fast-spreading new coronavirus strain dubbed ‘variant of interest’

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. Read our privacy policy The World Health Organisation has classified a fast-spreading coronavirus strain circulating …

Spike in deaths in Australia from COVID illnesses, not vaccine
2 years ago

Spike in deaths in Australia from COVID illnesses, not vaccine

Associated Press  

CLAIM: Australia is seeing its sharpest rise in deaths in 80 years because of the coronavirus vaccine. Clearly that’s not the pattern in Australia.” Jason Donohoe, a spokesperson for the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care, concurred, adding that the agency’s ongoing review of the vaccine has so far found that the inoculation led to death only in “extremely …

COVID-19 cases start to rise again in South Australia, in line with new wave predictions
2 years, 4 months ago

COVID-19 cases start to rise again in South Australia, in line with new wave predictions

ABC  

The number of new COVID-19 cases in South Australia has jumped by more than 1,000 over the past week, as experts warn another wave of infection is starting across the country. Key points: The number of COVID-19 cases in South Australia has risen to 3,797 over the past week This rise is in line with predictions of a new wave …

Almost two-thirds of Australians — including children — have had COVID-19, blood study suggests
2 years, 4 months ago

Almost two-thirds of Australians — including children — have had COVID-19, blood study suggests

ABC  

New research suggests almost two-thirds of Australians — including children and adolescents — have now had COVID-19 with authorities warning Australia is about to enter "the next COVID-19 wave". Key points: Evidence of infection was detected in 65 per cent of adult blood samples, up from 46 per cent in June and 17 per cent in February According to official …

Get ready for the TRIPLEDEMIC this winter: RSV, flu and Covid begin to bite
2 years, 5 months ago

Get ready for the TRIPLEDEMIC this winter: RSV, flu and Covid begin to bite

Daily Mail  

Immunity against them in the population has dropped raising infection risk Doctors warn that other viruses are returning 'with a vengeance' in the US This is prompting fears of a 'tripledemic' hitting the health system this winter Data shows that cases of RSV, flu and Covid are now all starting to rise in the US The US could be thrashed …

COVID-19 updates: Mandatory isolation comes to an end as Australia enters new phase of pandemic — as it happened
2 years, 5 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 …

Australia's COVID-19 winter wave has eased. Here's how households are managing as spring arrives
2 years, 6 months ago

Australia's COVID-19 winter wave has eased. Here's how households are managing as spring arrives

ABC  

When routine COVID-19 rapid tests detected the virus in Emma Missen's two young daughters last month, she was worried. Deakin University epidemiology chair Catherine Bennett said the data suggested both that there was some testing "fatigue" and people had learnt to use COVID tests "well". Professor Bennett said as the wave continued to wane, measures like reducing the isolation period …

New South Australian COVID-19 modelling shows next wave of cases coming in November
2 years, 7 months ago

New South Australian COVID-19 modelling shows next wave of cases coming in November

ABC  

South Australia will face another COVID wave in November as immunity wanes, according to the latest modelling released by SA Health. Key points: There have been fewer than 1,000 new COVID-19 each day in South Australia A new wave is expected in November The Health Minister says the modelling does not take into account any new variants But following a …

Queensland COVID-19 cases and deaths remain high, but hospital caseload falls
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland COVID-19 cases and deaths remain high, but hospital caseload falls

ABC  

Queensland has recorded another 8,209 new COVID-19 cases in the latest reporting period and 19 virus-related deaths, but there's been a fall in the number of people in hospital. Key points: One person in their 50s, four in their 70s, six in their 80s, seven in their 90s and one person over 100 died in the past 24 hours The …

Australia's Covid-19 hospitalizations hit record high | Top global Covid updates
2 years, 8 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 …

More than 1,000 active COVID-19 outbreaks in Australia's aged care sector, with Queensland second highest, taking toll on staff and residents
2 years, 8 months ago

More than 1,000 active COVID-19 outbreaks in Australia's aged care sector, with Queensland second highest, taking toll on staff and residents

ABC  

Aged care providers are "very concerned" rising COVID-19 outbreaks in the sector could be similar or worse than outbreaks seen earlier in the pandemic. Key points: Aged care providers are calling for more support as cases surge Unions say the workforce is "exhausted" and knows more work is to come The sector has asked the government to extend the availability …

Western Australia's fourth COVID-19 shot rate lagging behind the rest of nation
2 years, 8 months ago

Western Australia's fourth COVID-19 shot rate lagging behind the rest of nation

ABC  

Western Australia is lagging behind the rest of the nation when it comes to the fourth COVID-19 shot and children's vaccination levels in the state are also moving slowly. Key points: Only one in five eligible West Australians has had four shots Only one in five eligible West Australians has had four shots Less than half of 5 to 11-year-olds …

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle

ABC  

In what feels like a repeat of 2020, demand in hospitals from flu and COVID-19 cases has threatened to "outstrip supply" as thousands of sick healthcare workers become part of the record-breaking statistics around the nation. Here's what SA reported on Monday: 4,053 new cases 306 patients in hospital, 11 of them in ICU, and none requiring ventilation Two further …

Queensland nears record COVID-19 hospitalisations and deaths with latest peak likely weeks away
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland nears record COVID-19 hospitalisations and deaths with latest peak likely weeks away

ABC  

With the peak of Queensland's latest COVID wave still weeks away, there are concerns several big events have the potential to become "superspreaders" putting further strain on the state's already stretched health system. Key points: Queensland recorded near-record COVID-19 deaths and hospitalisations today Doctors warn there is a high risk of "super spreader" events Ventilation in schools deemed "absolutely crucial" …

Hospitals bring back Covid restrictions on patients and visitors
2 years, 8 months ago

Hospitals bring back Covid restrictions on patients and visitors

Daily Mail  

Hospitals in New South Wales are already implementing their own Covid mandates despite no official orders from government. Dr Ashford said the current situation is 'more serious now than ever' and urged the government to move quickly on implementing new measures There is also widespread outrage over the federal government's decision to scrap pandemic leave payments and free RAT tests …

Calls for West Australians to get fourth COVID-19 jab amid fears of 'complacency' and winter surge
2 years, 8 months ago

Calls for West Australians to get fourth COVID-19 jab amid fears of 'complacency' and winter surge

ABC  

There is a concerning level of complacency among West Australians towards a fourth COVID-19 vaccination as previous boosters wane and the state braces for another significant wave of the virus, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia warns. Key points: West Australians aged 30 and over can now get their fourth COVID jab West Australians aged 30 and over can now get …

Top 10 Covid hotspots as number of patients in hospital hits highest level since April
2 years, 8 months ago

Top 10 Covid hotspots as number of patients in hospital hits highest level since April

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. Read our privacy policy The number of patients in hospital with coronavirus has surpassed 10,000 …

Victoria records grim pandemic milestone with COVID deaths surpassing 4,000
2 years, 8 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 …

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections
2 years, 8 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 …

Queensland in midst of new COVID-19 wave, Chief Health Officer John Gerrard warns
2 years, 8 months ago

Queensland in midst of new COVID-19 wave, Chief Health Officer John Gerrard warns

ABC  

Queensland has recorded 25 flu-related deaths so far this year and Chief Health Officer John Gerrard is warning a third COVID-19 wave is also now hitting the state. Key points: Queensland has recorded 1,199 COVID deaths Queensland's free flu vaccination program for those aged six months and older ended on Thursday Almost 30,000 Queenslanders have been diagnosed with the flu …

Australia's COVID-19 and flu cases are on the rise — this is what's driving them
2 years, 9 months ago

Australia's COVID-19 and flu cases are on the rise — this is what's driving them

ABC  

The message is clear: The pandemic isn't over, and Australians should brace themself for a winter of rising COVID-19 infections, and other lurgies too. Key points: There have been more than 144,000 influenza cases recorded in Australia this year COVID-19 variants are back on the rise Experts say Australia's natural flu immunity is lower than usual this winter Experts are …

Australia's influenza cases soar after two quiet years
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia's influenza cases soar after two quiet years

ABC  

Australia's had two years of incredibly low influenza rates thanks to COVID-19 isolation, but this year is not going to be the same. The case rate is already rising, and this week Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk made flu shots free as she warned the state to brace for a difficult winter. Federal health figures show only 598 laboratory-confirmed influenza cases …

COVID-19 density and capacity restrictions in Tasmania to be scrapped from Friday
2 years, 10 months ago

COVID-19 density and capacity restrictions in Tasmania to be scrapped from Friday

ABC  

Tasmania will do away with density and capacity limits from all settings come midnight this Friday. Key points: Premier Jeremy Rockliff said there would be "no limitations on the number of people that can attend" events The Premier said mask requirements in some settings would remain, but "we'll have more to say in the coming weeks" According to Public Health, …

WA records 16,253 new COVID-19 cases as staff shortages impact Federal Election 2022
2 years, 10 months ago

WA records 16,253 new COVID-19 cases as staff shortages impact Federal Election 2022

ABC  

COVID-related labour shortages are set to impact Saturday's federal election, as Western Australia records another 16,253 infections — the third-highest daily figure since the pandemic began. Key points: The AEC has warned not all planned polling places will be operational The AEC has warned not all planned polling places will be operational Organisations and local residents are being asked to …

WA records 14 deaths as COVID continues to ravage state, with 325 in hospital
2 years, 10 months ago

WA records 14 deaths as COVID continues to ravage state, with 325 in hospital

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 14 deaths in the last 24 hours, the highest daily figure of fatalities the state has reported over the course of the pandemic. Key points: There are 325 people in hospital with COVID in WA and 15,764 new cases There are 325 people in hospital with COVID in WA and 15,764 new cases Third dose vaccinations …

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases in hospital surge past 300 amid calls for restrictions to be reintroduced
2 years, 10 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 …

Western Australia records more than 15,000 COVID-19 cases for the third day running
2 years, 10 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 …

WA's COVID caseload remains high as death toll from the virus climbs by six
2 years, 10 months ago

WA's COVID caseload remains high as death toll from the virus climbs by six

ABC  

COVID case numbers in Western Australia have dipped slightly from yesterday's record, however the state's death toll from the virus has risen, with six more deaths reported to WA Health overnight. Key points: WA currently has more than 75,000 active COVID-19 cases The virus is playing havoc with an already strained health system Three of WA's major hospitals declared a …

Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections
2 years, 10 months ago

Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 17,033 new cases of COVID-19, prompting the Australian Medical Association to "beg" for some restrictions to be reintroduced. Key points: Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated But only 1 per cent of the population is unvaccinated But only 1 per …

Long COVID clinics established to manage chronic symptoms weeks after infection
2 years, 10 months ago

Long COVID clinics established to manage chronic symptoms weeks after infection

ABC  

South Australia's health system will expand its capacity to tackle a growing number of long COVID cases, with dedicated clinics established to treat what is now being described by some as a "pandemic" in its own right. Key points: Patients with long COVID can attend clinics at four Adelaide hospitals An infectious diseases expert says he has seen "very fit" …

Number of new WA COVID-19 cases falls back below 10,000 but hospital infections still rising
2 years, 10 months ago

Number of new WA COVID-19 cases falls back below 10,000 but hospital infections still rising

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded a new peak in the number of people with COVID-19 in hospital, although the total amount of new cases has dipped slightly after yesterday's record high. Key points: The number of new cases is down after breaking the 10,000 barrier The number of new cases is down after breaking the 10,000 barrier There are 282 people …

South Australia records 3,591 COVID-19 cases as death toll jumps by a dozen
2 years, 10 months ago

South Australia records 3,591 COVID-19 cases as death toll jumps by a dozen

ABC  

South Australia's COVID-19 death toll has jumped by 12, after SA Health retrospectively included previously unrecorded deaths that occurred over the past three weeks. Key points: The 12 deaths take the toll since the start of the pandemic to 366 There are 22,821 current active cases The 221 hospitalised cases include 11 people in intensive care The deaths were of …

Queensland authorities warn about 'life-threatening' risk of catching both COVID-19 and the flu
2 years, 10 months ago

Queensland authorities warn about 'life-threatening' risk of catching both COVID-19 and the flu

ABC  

More than a dozen Queenslanders have already been hit with the double whammy of COVID-19 and flu virus infections in the past three weeks, most of them needing to be hospitalised. Key points: Authorities are expecting a big flu season this year, with immunity in the community low More than 800 flu cases have already been confirmed in Queensland this …

South Australia records three COVID-linked deaths as number of hospital cases jumps back up
2 years, 10 months ago

South Australia records three COVID-linked deaths as number of hospital cases jumps back up

ABC  

South Australia has recorded another three COVID-linked deaths and 3,143 new infections. Key points: Two women in their 70s and a woman in her 80s have died School resumed today after holidays, with mandatory mask-wearing in place for another four weeks There are 24,803 known active cases in South Australia, including several Liberal MPs The number of cases in hospital …

Are we at a point where Australians tolerate people dying from COVID-19?
2 years, 10 months ago

Are we at a point where Australians tolerate people dying from COVID-19?

ABC  

We seem to be at the point in this pandemic where people die every day from COVID-19 … and we're OK with that. "We seem to have closed our eyes to the suffering and the deaths that are still occurring due to Omicron, so I think it's bordering on irresponsible," Professor Toole said. You don't see social media lit up …

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic
2 years, 10 months ago

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic

ABC  

Three people with COVID-19 have died in South Australia and another 3,924 new cases have been recorded. Key points: Almost a quarter of South Australia's population has now had COVID-19 The number of hospitalisations has fallen Close contacts do not have to isolate from tomorrow Those who died were a woman in her 80s, a man in his 50s and …

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records 4,856 new COVID-19 cases amid jump in testing

ABC  

There have been another three COVID-linked deaths in South Australia, which on Wednesday reported 4,856 new cases of the virus — about 1,400 more than Tuesday. Key points: There are 247 people in hospital with the virus The latest three people to die were women aged in their 50s, 80s and 90s The number of current active cases is 26,486 …

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded
2 years, 11 months ago

Active cases and hospitalisations fall in South Australia, as 4,986 new infections recorded

ABC  

The number of South Australians currently suffering from COVID-19 has dropped by almost 1,500 from yesterday, as hospitalisations fall to 220. Key points: South Australia recorded 4,986 new infections on Wednesday Hospitalisations have fallen by 12 from yesterday The Premier said the ramping crisis was "far from over" Two people — a woman in her 80s and man in his …

Queensland's growing COVID-19 outbreak of BA.2 Omicron sub-variant puts health system under pressure
2 years, 11 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 …

About one-third of COVID-19 cases in Western Australia aged under 18, as 9,727 new infections recorded
2 years, 11 months ago

About one-third of COVID-19 cases in Western Australia aged under 18, as 9,727 new infections recorded

ABC  

Western Australia's COVID-19 cases are still yet to reach their expected peak, with new figures revealing about one-third of last week's infections occurred in children aged under 18. Key points: WA has recorded 9,727 new COVID cases, still short of the 10,000 mark WA has recorded 9,727 new COVID cases, still short of the 10,000 mark A high rate of …

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia
3 years ago

More than 7,000 new COVID cases and four deaths reported in Western Australia

ABC  

Western Australia has reported 7,197 new COVID-19 cases and four deaths — three of which were historical. Key points: The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days The number of new cases in WA has been steady in recent days More than 200 people are in hospital with COVID, with 10 in ICU More than …

WA records another two 'historical' deaths along with 7,535 new COVID cases
3 years ago

WA records another two 'historical' deaths along with 7,535 new COVID cases

ABC  

Western Australia has reported two more deaths from COVID and another 7,535 new cases. Key points: Case numbers drop below 8,000 for the first time in four days Case numbers drop below 8,000 for the first time in four days A male teenager is one of two deaths reported in today's figures A male teenager is one of two deaths …

WA records 7,151 new COVID-19 cases and one death, as Mark McGowan warns peak looming
3 years ago

WA records 7,151 new COVID-19 cases and one death, as Mark McGowan warns peak looming

ABC  

Western Australia has more than 30,000 active cases of COVID-19 for the first time after setting a new record for daily infections, with the Premier predicting numbers will peak in "a few days". Key points: A woman in her 80s has died from COVID, with 122 people in hospital A woman in her 80s has died from COVID, with 122 …

Queensland lags in COVID-19 vaccinations in children with hundreds aged up to 17 hospitalised during Omicron wave
3 years ago

Queensland lags in COVID-19 vaccinations in children with hundreds aged up to 17 hospitalised during Omicron wave

ABC  

Queensland's COVID-19 vaccination rates in school-aged children are languishing behind all other states and territories, as new figures reveal hundreds of children have ended up in hospital with the virus during the Omicron wave. Key points: Less than half of Queensland children aged between five and 11 have had their first dose New figures show more than 1,000 children were …

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