Coronavirus: Four QLD patients cleared of having virus, hunt for four more who were on flight

Health authorities are trying to track down four Queenslanders who were on the same flight as a patient who tested positive for coronavirus, while test results of four others have been revealed.

HEALTH authorities have confirmed that all Queensland patients currently being tested for novel coronavirus have been given the all clear.

It is understood one of the four patients across the state suspected of the virus was located on the Gold Coast. As of 4pm this afternoon all were found to be negative of the potentially deadly disease.

Authorities are still working to contact four other Queenslanders who were on the same flight as a Victorian patient who tested positive.

Chief Health Officer Dr Jeanette Young launching the Chief Health Officer's report. Pic Mark Calleja

Nationally, there are currently five confirmed cases – four in New South Wales and one in Victoria.

Contact tracing was also underway in relation to the NSW patients.

“If these people are unwell, we will assess them for coronavirus,” Qld Chief Health Officer Dr Jeanette Young said.

Anyone who has developed a fever or respiratory symptoms within 14 days of travel to China should see their GP immediately. People are urged to call ahead and advise the clinic of their symptoms so precautions can be taken.

For information on coronavirus, contact 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84).