One new community acquired COVID-19 case detected in Queensland connected to existing clusters
3 years, 9 months ago

One new community acquired COVID-19 case detected in Queensland connected to existing clusters

ABC  

Queensland has detected one new locally acquired case of COVID-19 of a close contact of one of the existing clusters that saw Greater Brisbane locked down earlier this week. 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. Queensland Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young said the new case recently became unwell while in quarantine. Dr Young said no more COVID-19 patients were being admitted to Brisbane's Princess Alexandra Hospital while authorities tried to determine how several healthcare workers contracted the virus.

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Australia detects the first case of the highly transmissible COVID-19 strain dubbed XEC
3 months ago

Australia detects the first case of the highly transmissible COVID-19 strain dubbed XEC

ABC  

A new highly transmissible variant of COVID-19 has been detected in Australia, raising questions about whether it will lead to a wave of COVID-19 cases over summer. XEC is a "recombinant" COVID-19 variant, which means it's a mix of two previous Omicron subvariants called KS 1.1 and KP 3.3. Dr Griffin says the XEC strain makes up about 5 to …

COVID cases are rising across Australia. Here's what we know about the new variant: FLiRT
7 months, 2 weeks ago

COVID cases are rising across Australia. Here's what we know about the new variant: FLiRT

ABC  

As the weather gets colder, a family of highly transmissible COVID-19 subvariants has been detected in Australia. Here's a look at the other states: ACT: 146 new cases detected for the week ending May 16, along with four deaths 146 new cases detected for the week ending May 16, along with four deaths South Australia: 1,528 cases for the week …

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

Covid-19: India Logs 760 Fresh Cases, Active Caseload Stands At 4,423
1 year ago

Covid-19: India Logs 760 Fresh Cases, Active Caseload Stands At 4,423

ABP News  

Covid 19 India: India saw a single-day rise of 760 fresh cases of Covid while two more people succumbed to the viral disease, news agency PTI reported, citing health ministry data on Thursday. On Wednesday, the country had reported 602 new Covid cases and five deaths were reported. Meanwhile, a 63-year-old woman, who had tested positive for Covid, succumbed to …

Covid case detected in Jammu
1 year ago

Covid case detected in Jammu

Hindustan Times  

After the first Covid case in a “long time” in Jammu city on Thursday, contact tracing and testing till Friday returned negative tests, said government medical college and hospital principal Dr Ashutosh Gupta. He has been kept in home isolation and his sample has been sent to Pune for genome sequencing to see if it as new JN.1 sub variant,” …

Caution Issued on CT Thorax Scan for Covid-19
1 year ago

Caution Issued on CT Thorax Scan for Covid-19

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Issuing a caution, a circular from the health department on Thursday said unnecessary exposure to CT is not desirable. Minister for Health and Family Welfare Services Dinesh Gundu Rao on Thursday stated that as many as 5,000 random tests a day have been conducted across the State and positivity rate of Covid-19 continues to be low. “We are taking …

Ensure Covid Tools in Hospital: Min.
1 year ago

Ensure Covid Tools in Hospital: Min.

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Health minister C. Damodar Rajanarasimha on Saturday directed health authorities to inspect the functioning of ventilators in various hospitals and ordered the immediate utilisation of oxygen concentrators for treatment. During a comprehensive review of Covid-19 control measures in the backdrop of cases rising again, Rajanarasimha emphasised the swift restoration of PSA plants in hospitals that are facing oxygen shortage. …

West Bengal: Three persons, including six-month-old baby, test positive for COVID-19
1 year ago

West Bengal: Three persons, including six-month-old baby, test positive for COVID-19

India TV News  

Three people, including a six-month-old baby tested positive for COVID-19 in West Bengal, officials said on Friday. "These were suffering from high fever, cough and cold and underwent RT-PCR and tested positive for COVID-19," the officer of the private hospital said. A senior official of the West Bengal Health Department said that they were keeping a tab on the matter. …

COVID-19 | Kerala reports about 300 new cases as infections continue to rise in the State
1 year ago

COVID-19 | Kerala reports about 300 new cases as infections continue to rise in the State

The Hindu  

Kerala accounted for about 87% of the total number of active cases of COVID-19 infections reported across the country as on December 21. About 300 fresh infections and three deaths have been reported in the 24 hours ending 8 a.m on December 21, according to estimates by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Increase in tests Senior officials …

Centre writes to States, advises them to maintain vigil amid uptick in COVID-19 cases
1 year ago

Centre writes to States, advises them to maintain vigil amid uptick in COVID-19 cases

The Hindu  

The Union Health Ministry has asked all States to maintain constant vigil over the COVID-19 situation in the country in view of the upcoming festive season and recent surge in cases in some parts of the country. The Health Ministry has in its letter noted that considering the upcoming festive season, States are advised to put in place requisite public …

As cases rise in Kerala, Tamil Nadu to keep a close watch on COVID-19 situation
1 year ago

As cases rise in Kerala, Tamil Nadu to keep a close watch on COVID-19 situation

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is monitoring the COVID-19 situation in the light of a rise in fresh cases in neighbouring Kerala. Senior doctors of major government hospitals in the city said there were no COVID-19 cases at the institutions. Suresh Kumar, consultant, Infectious Diseases, Apollo Hospitals said, “Six months ago, there were nil COVID-19 cases. Elderly persons with co-morbidities are requiring intensive …

Marginal rise in COVID-19 cases in Ernakulam
1 year ago

Marginal rise in COVID-19 cases in Ernakulam

The Hindu  

The district has reported a slight uptick in the number of COVID-19 cases. The authorities said there was no need to panic as the marginal increase came in view of the increase in number of tests conducted over the past two weeks following reports of a spike in the number of positive cases across the State. “After a lull of …

Townsville's public hospital under pressure as 106 staff test positive to COVID-19
1 year, 1 month ago

Townsville's public hospital under pressure as 106 staff test positive to COVID-19

ABC  

More than 100 staff at North Queensland's only tertiary hospital are on sick leave with COVID-19 as cases surge in Townsville. Key points: The number of COVID-19 cases among staff at THHS has increased by 81 per cent in less than a month Inpatient numbers with COVID-19 have more than doubled in the same period The outbreak means ED patients …

The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories
1 year, 2 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, 2 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, 2 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, 3 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 …

UK Covid cases rise amid waning immunity
1 year, 5 months ago

UK Covid cases rise amid waning immunity

The Telegraph  

Official figures for Covid cases in the UK have crept up in recent weeks because of waning immunity and bad weather keeping people indoors, according to experts. Its records show that 3.7 per cent of 4,403 respiratory specimens were identified as Covid, compared with 3.6 per cent of 4,535 cases two weeks earlier. The Zoe Health Study, which takes its …

COVID-19 data shows early signs of an increase in cases
1 year, 5 months ago

COVID-19 data shows early signs of an increase in cases

Salon  

Emerging data suggests that COVID-19 cases in the U.S. are on the rise again for the first time since January 2023, though the uptick is relatively small so far. Overall, COVID cases have been on a steep decline since January, but available data shows this trend is starting to reverse. Elsewhere in the world, many countries are also enduring prolonged …

No more covid-19 updates by Telangana health department
1 year, 6 months ago

No more covid-19 updates by Telangana health department

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The state health department has stopped issuing the daily Covid-19 bulletin for over three weeks now, following a May 5 declaration by the World Health Organisation that Covid-19 was not more a global health emergency. The last bulletin was on May 19, when there were 24 active cases, 13 recovered cases and a recovery rate of 99.5 per cent, …

Covid-19: Hospitalisation low in Bihar despite rise in active cases
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19: Hospitalisation low in Bihar despite rise in active cases

Hindustan Times  

PATNA: Bihar reported as many as 133 new cases of Covid-19 on Sunday, a marginal dip from 198 on Saturday — the highest spike in a day this month — pushing the number of active cases to 857 in the state, as per government data on Sunday. Despite an increase in the number of active cases, only 20 patients required …

Covid-19 an 'Incidental Finding' in Most Hospitalised Patients, Queries on Boosters Up as Cases See Uptick
1 year, 8 months ago

Covid-19 an 'Incidental Finding' in Most Hospitalised Patients, Queries on Boosters Up as Cases See Uptick

News 18  

As Covid-19 cases continue to register a spike across India, doctors are noticing “mostly mild” cases not requiring hospitalisation. As per doctors dealing with Covid-19 patients in multiple states, the majority of the patients are being treated symptomatically and Covid-19 has mostly been an “incidental finding” when patients are being admitted for other complaints. Dr Sumit Ray, medical director and …

Reasons Behind The Recent Surge in Covid-19 Cases Across States
1 year, 9 months ago

Reasons Behind The Recent Surge in Covid-19 Cases Across States

News 18  

A total of 5,335 Covid-19 cases were in the last 24 hours till 8am on Thursday, as per the official data from the Union Health Ministry. It was 20% higher than the total number of cases reported on April 5 and marked the highest daily surge since September 2022. Srinath Reddy, former president of the Public Health Foundation of India, …

Four test positive for Covid-19 in Saharanpur
1 year, 9 months ago

Four test positive for Covid-19 in Saharanpur

Hindustan Times  

Saharanpur district is witnessing a surge in Covid-19 cases these days. District surveillance officer Dr Shivanka Gaur said among the 16 active cases, three are from Chandigarh, Haridwar and other locations who arrived here and tested positive during ongoing testing at public places. Dr Gaur said the health department conducts 1,000 to 1,100 tests per day at railway station, bus …

Active Covid-19 cases crosses 1,000 mark after five months
1 year, 9 months ago

Active Covid-19 cases crosses 1,000 mark after five months

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Active Covid-19 cases in Mumbai crossed the 1,000-mark for the first time after October 2022. As per the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation report, the city reported 189 new Covid-19 cases taking the active cases number to 1,021. The state has been seeing a steady rise in Covid-19 cases since March first week. The state health official attributed XBB.1.16-omicron subvariant for …

Ramp up Covid testing to stay alert: Centre to states
1 year, 9 months ago

Ramp up Covid testing to stay alert: Centre to states

Hindustan Times  

The Union government on Saturday directed states to increase testing for Covid-19 as per the World Health Organization’s guidelines to effectively check any increase in its spread, people familiar with the matter said. “In the past several weeks, in some states Covid-19 testing has declined and the current testing levels are insufficient as compared to the standards prescribed by WHO,” …

COVID-19: India logs 1,249 fresh infections; active cases rise to 7,927
1 year, 9 months ago

COVID-19: India logs 1,249 fresh infections; active cases rise to 7,927

India TV News  

New Delhi: India logged 1,249 new COVID-19 cases and two deaths in the last 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on Friday. As per the health ministry, the Covid case tally was recorded at 4.47 crore and the active cases now comprise 0.02 per cent of the total infections. The ministry said that the number …

4 Australian tourists test Covid positive in Rajasthan, India sees 618 fresh infections, 5 deaths
1 year, 9 months 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 …

Covid-19: Four new cases of sub-variant BF.7 detected in West Bengal
2 years ago

Covid-19: Four new cases of sub-variant BF.7 detected in West Bengal

Hindustan Times  

Four new cases of Covid-19 sub-variant BF.7detected in West Bengal on Wednesday, the state's health department said. The report of fresh cases comes days after two international travellers, including a foreign national, were tested Covid-positive at Kolkata airport. The report of fresh cases comes days after two international travellers, including a foreign national, were found Covid-positive after they were tested …

Covid-19: Concerns raised over low testing in Telangana
2 years ago

Covid-19: Concerns raised over low testing in Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The health department’s data show that all districts were reporting almost no Covid cases, except those in Hyderabad and its urban surroundings. President of Healthcare Reforms Doctors Association, Dr K. Mahesh Kumar, said even when Covid was at its peak, the state government had not revealed the correct data on number of infections and deaths, and so it was …

Covid News Updates: Random Tests Begin at All Airports; Mock Drill Across Hospitals in States, UTs Tomorrow to Check Preparedness
2 years ago

Covid News Updates: Random Tests Begin at All Airports; Mock Drill Across Hospitals in States, UTs Tomorrow to Check Preparedness

News 18  

Covid News Updates: Amid a steep rise of Covid cases in China and many other countries in the world, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday asked people to be vigilant and take precautions against the viral disease. The Centre had said RT-PCR test would be made mandatory for passengers from China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand and asked states …

Health minister reviews Covid situation amid sudden spurt in cases worldwide
2 years ago

Health minister reviews Covid situation amid sudden spurt in cases worldwide

Hindustan Times  

Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday reviewed the COVID-19 situation in the country in view of a sudden spurt in cases in some parts of the world, and directed officials to be alert and strengthen surveillance. Union minister for health and family welfare Mansukh Mandaviya chairs a meeting with senior officials and experts on the COVID-19 situation, in Delhi, …

Cruise ship with 800 Covid-19 patients arrives in Sydney, Australia
2 years, 1 month ago

Cruise ship with 800 Covid-19 patients arrives in Sydney, Australia

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Nearly one in four guests …

COVID-19: India reports 2,468 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 33,318
2 years, 3 months ago

COVID-19: India reports 2,468 fresh cases in last 24 hours, active cases come down to 33,318

India TV News  

Highlights A decrease of 1,280 cases has been recorded in the active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours The total death toll in the country is now at 5,28,733 The active cases comprise 0.07 per cent of the total infections, the health ministry said COVID-19 cases in India : India recorded 2,468 new cases of the novel coronavirus …

Mumbai logs 285 new Covid cases, zero deaths in last 24 hours
2 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai logs 285 new Covid cases, zero deaths in last 24 hours

India Today  

Mumbai on Tuesday reported 285 new coronavirus cases, but no fresh death linked to the infection for the first time since August 22, while 516 more patients recovered in the metropolis, said the local civic body. As per the bulletin, the new COVID-19 cases were detected after 5,046 tests were conducted in the last 24 hours, taking their cumulative count …

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, 5 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 …

Queensland COVID-19 hospitalisation numbers increase putting pressure on health care
2 years, 5 months ago

Queensland COVID-19 hospitalisation numbers increase putting pressure on health care

ABC  

The number of Queenslanders in hospital with COVID-19 has risen, continuing to put pressure on health services, Health Minister Yvette D'Ath says. Key points: Health Minister Yvette D'Ath said demand was still outstripping supply in hospitals She is strongly encouraging people to wear masks, especially in healthcare settings Up to 7 per cent of healthcare staff are off sick with …

Australia sees record COVID-19 cases, hospital admissions due to Omicron variants, influenza as nation's hospitals struggle
2 years, 5 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 …

Canberra Hospital patients set to be moved to private hospitals, aged care facilities as COVID-19 cases surge
2 years, 5 months ago

Canberra Hospital patients set to be moved to private hospitals, aged care facilities as COVID-19 cases surge

ABC  

Some patients currently at the Canberra Hospital are set to be moved to private hospitals or aged care facilities, as the pressure on the territory's main hospital continues to rise. Key points: Canberra Health Services CEO Cathie O'Neill says Canberra Hospital is running out of beds Canberra Health Services CEO Cathie O'Neill says Canberra Hospital is running out of beds …

Queensland nears record COVID-19 hospitalisations and deaths with latest peak likely weeks away
2 years, 5 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" …

COVID-19 patients fill regional Queensland hospital beds as surgery warning issued
2 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 patients fill regional Queensland hospital beds as surgery warning issued

ABC  

Almost half of Queensland's current COVID-19 hospitalisations are in regional parts of the state, new Queensland Health data has revealed. Key points: 427 of Queensland's 907 COVID-19 hospitalisations are in regional parts of the state Seven of those are in intensive care, compared to six in the Brisbane area Queenslanders urged to wear a mask in public and ensure vaccines …

Hospitals bring back Covid restrictions on patients and visitors
2 years, 5 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 …

SA COVID-19 numbers set to peak as BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants make up majority of cases
2 years, 5 months ago

SA COVID-19 numbers set to peak as BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants make up majority of cases

ABC  

The BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants now make up more than half of the COVID-19 infections recorded in South Australia, which is resulting in a surge of cases that is close to peaking. Key points: The dominance of the BA.4 and BA.5 strains is resulting in more reinfections Cases are expected to peak in three days A new vaccination hub has …

COVID-19 outbreaks could hit two-thirds of Queensland's aged care facilities in third wave of Omicron
2 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 outbreaks could hit two-thirds of Queensland's aged care facilities in third wave of Omicron

ABC  

More than 160 Queensland residential aged care facilities are dealing with active COVID-19 outbreaks, with the third Omicron wave threatening to hit harder than the January peak. Key points: The last two weeks of July and all of August are expected to be "high-risk periods for aged care" A key concern in the latest COVID wave is the impact on …

More than 100 people on a cruise ship that docked in NSW on Tuesday have tested positive to COVID-19. Here’s what we know
2 years, 5 months ago

More than 100 people on a cruise ship that docked in NSW on Tuesday have tested positive to COVID-19. Here’s what we know

ABC  

It's been three months since Australia's cruise ban lifted, allowing the re-entry of cruise ships into Australian waters. Health officials are now tackling a COVID outbreak that has seen more than 100 people infected on the Coral Princess, which docked on the NSW South Coast on Tuesday. There are 118 confirmed cases, including 114 crew and four passengers who have …

COVID-19 cases in Queensland hospitals likely to pass 1,000, CHO says, as isolation rules change
2 years, 5 months ago

COVID-19 cases in Queensland hospitals likely to pass 1,000, CHO says, as isolation rules change

ABC  

The number of people hospitalised with COVID-19 in Queensland is likely to exceed 1,000 in coming weeks, the highest number of the pandemic so far, health authorities say. Key points: More than 2,300 Queensland health staff are off work due to COVID-19 Isolation rules around the COVID reinfection period cut from 12 weeks to four weeks Queensland CHO John Gerrard …

Modelling suggests ACT's daily COVID-19 cases may triple in the next three weeks due to spread of subvariants
2 years, 5 months ago

Modelling suggests ACT's daily COVID-19 cases may triple in the next three weeks due to spread of subvariants

ABC  

Canberrans have been warned that daily COVID-19 case numbers in the territory are likely to rise, possibly as much as tripling in the coming weeks. Key points: New modelling suggests Omicron subvariants could see the ACT's daily COVID-19 case numbers triple by next month Chief Health Officer Kerryn Coleman said she encourages returning to mask wearing, but will not mandate …

COVID-19: India registers 16,103 fresh cases, 31 deaths in last 24 hours; active cases jump to 1,11,711
2 years, 6 months ago

COVID-19: India registers 16,103 fresh cases, 31 deaths in last 24 hours; active cases jump to 1,11,711

India TV News  

Highlights An increase of 2,143 cases has been recorded in active COVID-19 caseload in a span of 24 hours India saw a total of 13,929 COVID discharges in the last 24 hours The total death toll of COVID in the country is now at 5,25,199 COVID-19 India News Updates : India recorded 16,103 new cases of the novel coronavirus, along …

Feeling unwell and not sure if it's COVID-19 or the flu? Here's how and where you can get a multi-virus test
2 years, 6 months ago

Feeling unwell and not sure if it's COVID-19 or the flu? Here's how and where you can get a multi-virus test

ABC  

The combination of COVID-19 and the flu has created a perfect storm, with Australians warned to brace for a winter of rising infections and other flu-like conditions. When it comes to COVID-19 testing, Queensland health advises to look for a private pathology to get a COVID-19 PCR test, such as: 4Cyte Pathology Mater Pathology MedLab Queensland Medical Laboratories Sullivan and …

Long COVID sufferers in regional NSW turned away from state's only treatment centre in Sydney
2 years, 6 months ago

Long COVID sufferers in regional NSW turned away from state's only treatment centre in Sydney

ABC  

Long COVID sufferers in regional New South Wales are being turned away from the state's only specialised treatment centre in Sydney, prompting calls for a greater focus outside capital cities. Key points: Overseas data suggests up to 30 per cent of COVID sufferers will have ongoing health issues Symptoms include fatigue, brain fog and heart palpitations More long COVID clinics …

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