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'There will be more mutations': How to tackle the UK strain

Jill Margo
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More restrictive lockdowns, enhanced contact tracing and extra protective layers would be needed if the UK strain of the virus were to take hold in the Australian community, a scientist has warned.

University of Melbourne epidemiologist professor Tony Blakely, applauded national cabinet's decision on Friday requiring pre-flight tests, masks aboard, and testing and vaccination for frontline staff.

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Jill Margo is based in the Sydney office. Jill has won multiple prizes, including two Walkley Awards and is an adjunct associate professor at School of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health, UNSW Sydney, Australia. Connect with Jill on Twitter. Email Jill at jmargo@afr.com

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