Tasmania records 404 new COVID cases, total of 1,219 active cases
3 years, 2 months ago

Tasmania records 404 new COVID cases, total of 1,219 active cases

ABC  

Tasmania has recorded 404 new COVID infections, taking the number of active cases in the state to 1,219. A total of 316 cases are being treated through the COVID@home program, 60 are in community case management facilities and the rest are either still being assessed for those programs or have declined help to manage their symptoms and isolation. In data announced on the Tasmanian Department of Health's Facebook page, almost 92 per cent of the state's eligible population aged over 12 are double vaccinated. On Saturday, Premier Peter Gutwein said Tasmanians travelling outside the state should consider the likelihood they will become infected — and infect others on their return.

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Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country
10 months ago

Experts urge vaccination as RSV and 'whole bunch of viruses' circulate across the country

ABC  

In short: Recorded cases of RSV have nearly doubled across Australia over the last year, to about 56,063 up to April. Recorded cases of respiratory syncytial virus have nearly doubled on last year across Australia, as a "whole bunch of viruses" continue to circulate throughout the country. Increase could be partially due to more testing University of South Australia epidemiologist …

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 …

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, 6 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 …

4 Australian tourists test Covid positive in Rajasthan, India sees 618 fresh infections, 5 deaths
2 years ago

4 Australian tourists test Covid positive in Rajasthan, India sees 618 fresh infections, 5 deaths

India Today  

India reported 618 fresh Covid-19 cases and five deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the data shared by the Union health ministry. Meanwhile, four Australian tourists were kept under observation at Rajasthan University of Health Sciences hospital in Jaipur as a precautionary measure after they tested Covid positive. Data shared by the health ministry show there are 15 …

A new COVID-19 wave is here. But are the case numbers real, and what can we really learn from them?
2 years, 4 months ago

A new COVID-19 wave is here. But are the case numbers real, and what can we really learn from them?

ABC  

Australia is now seeing the start of a new wave of COVID-19 infections, driven in part by new sub-variants of Omicron. "It could be 50 per cent more, 100 per cent more, even 200 per cent more," said Professor Adrian Esterman, chair of biostatistics and epidemiology at the University of South Australia. Professor Esterman said the available data showed a …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

New COVID-19 subvariants triggering 'fourth wave' in Tasmania, health experts warn
2 years, 8 months ago

New COVID-19 subvariants triggering 'fourth wave' in Tasmania, health experts warn

ABC  

With daily new COVID-19 case numbers up near 2,000 again, Tasmanians could be forgiven for thinking they were back in March when the BA.2 strain of Omicron was beginning to run rampant through the state. Tasmania yesterday recorded 1,700 new cases, taking the total number of active cases to 8,201, with the public health director stating the island is in …

Child dies with COVID as South Australia grapples with surge in influenza cases
2 years, 9 months ago

Child dies with COVID as South Australia grapples with surge in influenza cases

ABC  

A child under the age of three is one of six COVID-related deaths reported in SA on Thursday, as the state also grapples with a sharp surge in influenza cases. Key points: SA has recorded six deaths in COVID patients, including a child under the age of three Influenza cases in SA may return to pre-pandemic levels Two in five …

SA Health reports 14 new COVID-linked deaths, including a man in his 30s
2 years, 10 months ago

SA Health reports 14 new COVID-linked deaths, including a man in his 30s

ABC  

A man in his 30s is among 14 new deaths of COVID-positive people reported by South Australian health authorities. Key points: SA Health has reported 14 new deaths of people with COVID-19 They occurred over the past two months Cases are up compared with the past few days The deaths occurred between March and May but were only reported by …

How many Australians have died from COVID-19? How many have had COVID?
2 years, 10 months ago

How many Australians have died from COVID-19? How many have had COVID?

ABC  

COVID-19 infections in Australia hit worldwide highs last week, with infection rates per capita among the highest around the globe. Australia's death toll by state Deaths Victoria 3,193 New South Wales 3,022 Queensland 961 South Australia 415 Western Australia 210 Tasmania 69 ACT 60 Northern Territory 46 Australia 7,976 *Data as of May 20, 2022. Some 15 million people died …

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, …

Two COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as state government launches primary school vaccination hubs
2 years, 10 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 …

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 …

What are the odds of catching COVID-19 twice? Here's what we know about reinfection
2 years, 10 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 …

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 …

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 3,070 cases, but hospital number falls
2 years, 10 months ago

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 3,070 cases, but hospital number falls

ABC  

Two men who tested positive for COVID-19 have died in South Australia, where the number of patients in hospital with the virus has fallen. Key points: The two men who died were aged in their 40s and 50s The number of known active cases is 24,792 There are 16 COVID patients in intensive care and one on ventilation SA today …

Three people with COVID-19 die in South Australia as state tops 400,000 cases since start of pandemic
2 years, 11 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 …

Four COVID-linked deaths in South Australia as active cases fall to the lowest level in a month
2 years, 11 months ago

Four COVID-linked deaths in South Australia as active cases fall to the lowest level in a month

ABC  

Four people with COVID-19 have died in South Australia — two women in their 90s, a man in his 70s and a man in his 80s. Key points: There are 240 people in hospital with the virus The 25,246 known active cases is the lowest number since March 20 Opposition Leader David Speirs revealed he had tested positive SA Health …

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 …

State government urges flu shot uptake as winter approaches, COVID-19 hospital admissions grow
2 years, 11 months ago

State government urges flu shot uptake as winter approaches, COVID-19 hospital admissions grow

ABC  

There has been an increase in COVID-19 hospital admissions in South Australia as the state records another 4,222 cases. Key points: South Australia has 4,222 new COVID-19 cases There are now 222 people in hospital with the virus People aged 65 years and over can receive a free flu shot when they receive their COVID-19 vaccine at one of five …

Tasmania 'one of the highest per-capita states' with COVID-19, but deaths staying low
2 years, 11 months ago

Tasmania 'one of the highest per-capita states' with COVID-19, but deaths staying low

ABC  

With the total number of COVID-19 infections tipping over 100,000, you would have had to be living under a rock to not notice the recent wave of illness breaking out across Tasmania. Key points: One in five Tasmanians have had COVID-19, the highest rate of infection per capita in the country, according to Greens MP and epidemiologist Rosalie Woodruff A …

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases
2 years, 11 months ago

South Australia records highest number of daily COVID cases

ABC  

South Australia has recorded 5,784 new COVID-19 cases today, the state's highest daily total during the pandemic. Chief Public Health Officer Professor Nicola Spurrier told ABC Radio Adelaide this morning that the the state had "probably" reached the peak of its Omicron wave, but it was too early to tell. Professor Spurrier said authorities were working on "dual testing" for …

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

Three new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia but no change to mask rules as vaccine mandate case delayed
3 years ago

Three new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia but no change to mask rules as vaccine mandate case delayed

ABC  

Two men and a woman with COVID-19 have died in South Australia, while 2,380 new cases have been reported. Key points: Almost 2,400 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in South Australia Masks will stay compulsory in indoor public places A court case against vaccine mandates will go to trial next week SA Health said those who died were a …

COVID updates: All the coronavirus news from around Australia
3 years ago

COVID updates: All the coronavirus news from around Australia

ABC  

Here's a quick wrap of what's happening in COVID-19 news across Australia. Tasmania Another person has been admitted to intensive care with COVID-19, bringing the state's total number of cases in ICU to five. Tasmania has recorded 1,167 new cases overall and known active cases in the state have risen to 5,975, but the numbers are still below the January …

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 1,618 new cases
3 years ago

South Australia records two COVID-linked deaths and 1,618 new cases

ABC  

The number of new COVID-19 cases in South Australia has again jumped above 1,600, bucking a downward trend in recent days. Key points: Two men, aged in their 80s and 90s, have died with COVID-19 There are 111 people currently in hospital, including nine in intensive care The 1,618 new cases represents an increase of 260 on yesterday's number There …

WA to introduce tougher COVID-19 restrictions from Thursday as cases in remote communities revealed as false positives
3 years, 1 month ago

WA to introduce tougher COVID-19 restrictions from Thursday as cases in remote communities revealed as false positives

ABC  

WA will introduce stricter COVID-19 restrictions from Thursday, with the peak of infections now expected to arrive earlier than forecast. Key points: There are 11 people in hospital with COVID in WA, but none in ICU There are 11 people in hospital with COVID in WA, but none in ICU Testing numbers were significantly down yesterday Testing numbers were significantly …

No new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as restrictions ease at hospitality venues
3 years, 1 month ago

No new COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as restrictions ease at hospitality venues

ABC  

South Australia has reported no new deaths from COVID-19, and the number of new cases has dropped slightly. Key points: COVID-19 case numbers have fallen, along with the number of tests carried out Exposure sites have been named in Port Lincoln More people are now allowed inside hospitality venues A total of 109 people are in hospital with the virus …

More than 200 local COVID-19 cases recorded in Western Australia as new restrictions begin
3 years, 1 month ago

More than 200 local COVID-19 cases recorded in Western Australia as new restrictions begin

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded another 213 locally acquired cases of COVID-19 as new health restrictions aimed at curbing the spread of the virus kick in. Key points: More COVID-19 cases are expected in WA's remote Mantamaru community More COVID-19 cases are expected in WA's remote Mantamaru community The state has adopted capacity limits and expanded mask-wearing rules The state has …

Western Australia records 222 local COVID-19 cases, with two cases in Indigenous community
3 years, 1 month 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 …

Four COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as cases jump following increase in testing
3 years, 1 month ago

Four COVID-19 deaths in South Australia as cases jump following increase in testing

ABC  

South Australia has recorded another four deaths of people with COVID-19, amid a significant rise in daily cases. Key points: Three people in their 60s and one in their 80s have died South Australian COVID-19 test numbers and cases have increased It comes after all school students returned to classrooms on Monday There are 1,624 new cases, an increase of …

How South Australia might inform Western Australia's border reopening
3 years, 1 month 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," …

Queensland records eight COVID-19 deaths and 5,854 new cases as hospitalisations decline
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland records eight COVID-19 deaths and 5,854 new cases as hospitalisations decline

ABC  

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the state has recorded eight deaths from COVID-19 and 5,854 new cases were confirmed in the latest reporting period. Key points: The Chief Health Officer says half the Queensland population is expected to have been infected with the virus by the end of the month Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the mask mandate will be reviewed …

Another six COVID cases confirmed at Juniper's Cygnet aged care home in Perth's south
3 years, 1 month ago

Another six COVID cases confirmed at Juniper's Cygnet aged care home in Perth's south

ABC  

Another six COVID-19 cases have been confirmed at a Perth aged care facility as Western Australia recorded its highest number of local cases since the start of the pandemic. Key points: The six new cases are in addition to two detected on Wednesday The six new cases are in addition to two detected on Wednesday WA has recorded its highest …

Queensland records largest number of COVID-19 deaths, with 24 people dying in the latest reporting period
3 years, 1 month ago

Queensland records largest number of COVID-19 deaths, with 24 people dying in the latest reporting period

ABC  

Queensland has recorded its highest number of daily COVID-19 deaths, with 24 people passing away in the latest reporting period. 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. Ms Palaszczuk said the state …

Covid-19: Omicron drives S Korea's cases to record high; Aus to open borders for vaccinated tourists
3 years, 1 month ago

Covid-19: Omicron drives S Korea's cases to record high; Aus to open borders for vaccinated tourists

India Today  

South Korea reported record high in daily Covid-19 cases with the Omicron variant of the virus driving the surge. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency reported 38,691 new cases of the virus on Monday, a nine-fold increase from the levels seen in mid-January, when Omicron became the country’s dominant strain. Jeong Eun-kyeong, the country’s top infectious disease expert, warned …

Tasmania goes own way on rapid antigen tests for students as school returns
3 years, 1 month ago

Tasmania goes own way on rapid antigen tests for students as school returns

ABC  

Tasmania's public health authority has defended its decision not to recommend Tasmanian school students undertake twice weekly rapid COVID tests, in contrast to Australia's most populous states. Key points: Students in NSW, Victoria and ACT have to taken two RATs a week to check if they have COVID Tasmanian students will only be given up to two RATs a week …

WA records 10 new COVID-19 cases, but testing numbers plunge on Australia Day public holiday
3 years, 2 months ago

WA records 10 new COVID-19 cases, but testing numbers plunge on Australia Day public holiday

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded ten new local COVID-19 cases, all linked to the current Omicron outbreak, with a number of clusters across the state. Key points: The new cases are in quarantine, eight in Perth and two in the South West The new cases are in quarantine, eight in Perth and two in the South West Testing numbers dropped by …

WA records 14 new local COVID-19 cases with one person in intensive care, Mark McGowan reveals
3 years, 2 months ago

WA records 14 new local COVID-19 cases with one person in intensive care, Mark McGowan reveals

ABC  

Western Australia has recorded 14 new cases of COVID-19 in the community, with two cases in hospital and one of them in intensive care. Key points: Testing numbers have jumped but the Premier says more are needed Testing numbers have jumped but the Premier says more are needed Bunbury's COVID-19 cluster now stands at seven infections Bunbury's COVID-19 cluster now …

NT hospital admissions for COVID-19 rise to 78, as the Territory records 286 new cases
3 years, 2 months ago

NT hospital admissions for COVID-19 rise to 78, as the Territory records 286 new cases

ABC  

There are now 78 people with COVID-19 in hospital in the Northern Territory, up from 61 on Sunday, with four people in intensive care. There were 286 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in the Northern Territory in the 24 hours to 8pm last night, NT Health Minister Natasha Fyles said. There were 10 new cases recorded in Yuendumu, but Ms …

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