Why thousands of Australians are getting sick right now
Daily MailAustralia'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 of Health and Aged Care confirming an average of 936 new cases per day She said the new E.G.5.1 sub-variant was responsible for half of the cases in NSW and would continue to drive new infections over the coming weeks. Epidemiology Professor Catherine Bennett Prof Bennett said people shouldn't wait for a cough or a sore throat before testing with the new sub-variant associated with milder symptoms. Professor Peter Collignon, one of Australia's most trusted Covid experts, told Daily Mail Australia he didn't see Christmas being a 'big problem' in terms of new infections. Professor Peter Collignon, one of Australia's most trusted Covid experts, told Daily Mail Australia he didn't see Christmas being a 'big problem' in terms of new infections WHAT TO DO IF YOU TEST POSITIVE TO COVID While isolating is no longer mandatory, it's still important to remain socially distanced around others - especially if they are high-risk or vulnerable.