First Omicron image shows big issue
The first image of Covid variant Omicron shows the high number of mutations it has compared to Delta — and why experts are so worried.
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Most concerning feature of new variant
A new Covid variant circulating in South Africa is concerning experts — in particular for one important feature that could impact vaccines.
Injuries and diseases robbing Aussies
Australians have lost millions of years of healthy life to injuries and diseases but a fair chunk of it could have been avoided.
Europe rocked by ‘orgy of violence’
Protests against Covid-19 lockdowns and vaccine mandates have taken place across Europe as coronavirus case numbers rise.
‘Severe stress’: Fear of Covid infection peaks
Australians’ fear of Covid infection has skyrocketed to a record high alongside another worrying mental health trend.
Outrage over plan for used Covid-19 swabs
A major Covid-19 testing company is under investigation after revelations it plans to sell swabs carrying customer DNA to third parties.
Call to ban cigarettes from supermarkets
Public health experts say the state governments must set a date for banning the sale of cigarettes in Australian supermarkets.
Where you can get free beers
Free beers are flowing in some NSW clubs for the fully vaccinated but it’s only for a limited time. Here’s where you can get one.
Whistleblower claims Pfizer ‘falsified data’
An investigation by a respected medical journal has alleged serious issues with Pfizer’s vaccine safety trials, including claims of “falsified data”.
Dying grandmother’s emotional plea
A grandmother of three with about three months left to live is pleading for people to ‘dig deep in their pockets’ and help fund new clinical research.
Melbourne’s lockdown recovery plan
Victoria has reported 1173 new coronavirus cases and nine deaths as the government unveils a plan to woo people back into the Melbourne CBD.
Millions of years lost to pandemic
A study has looked at the life expectancies of high income countries impacted by the pandemic and the results are scary.
State announces free beers to get vaccinated
One state has revealed its latest incentive to help boost its lagging vaccination rate, and it includes free food and beers at the pub.
‘Unprofessional’: Mask authors respond to takedown
The authors of a “world-first” Australian face mask study that was ripped apart by experts as “very, very low quality” have issued a response to the criticism.
Surprising find on school Delta spread
A close look at the spread of the highly infectious strain in Australia’s education settings has turned up some surprising results.
Patient told vagina ‘looks Australian’
A gynaecologist told a patient her vagina was ‘nice’ and ‘looked Australian’. But he will still be allowed to practise.
Potential game-changer Australian vaccine
Trials have begun in Australia for a world-first potential Covid-19 vaccine that is hoped to be more efficient against mutant strains.
‘They’re lying’: Rogan in fiery clash with CNN
Joe Rogan was raging about how CNN reported his battle with Covid, so when the network’s chief medical reporter came on his show, there were fireworks.
Australia’s ’unforgivable’ AZ mistake
Australia had the opportunity to do something truly remarkable in dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic. Instead, we’re stuffing it up.
Anti-vaxxer’s admission on cafe tirade
An anti-vaxxer who launched into a bizarre rant against a Sydney cafe has posted further ridiculous footage and made a startling admission.
Anti-vax mum hiding over disturbing photo
A well-known anti-vaxxer has taken down her social media accounts after posting extremely disturbing photos of her family online.
Australia must get rid of ‘millions’ of AZ jabs
Australia has a massive stockpile of AstraZeneca vaccines that are nearing their expiry date.
Schools under pressure to can nut ban
One in 20 Australian children struggle with this common condition, but schools have been told bans are not the solution.
Unlikely way to treat Australia’s big killer
Aussie researchers are close to developing a medication that could revolutionise treatment for one of the country’s biggest killers.
Game-changer cancer treatment discovery
Aussie scientists have made a game-changing discovery about a potential way to treat cancer that could be a low-cost and non-toxic alternative to chemo.
Babies next in line for Covid vaccinations
New trials are under way which could pave the way for children as young as six-months-old to be inoculated with the effective Moderna vaccine.
Bold new Covid-19 test in development
A new Covid-19 test is being developed with funding from the Victorian government that makes bold claims about what it will be able to detect.
I was clinically dead for 45 minutes
A woman has been miraculously brought back to life after having no pulse or oxygen for almost an hour after collapsing.
Teen gets bizarre object stuck in penis
A teen underwent emergency surgery after an attempt to measure his manhood resulted in him getting a bizarre object lodged in his urethra.
‘Why do this?’: Anna’s vaccine call slammed
A move from multiple states to offer Pfizer to the nation’s older population will push young Australians to the back of the queue, again.
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