CNN host breaks down on live TV
A widow has shared the heartbreaking details of her husband’s final days before he died of coronavirus on live TV, leaving the host in tears.
Health
Baby makes ‘miracle’ virus recovery
Doctors held grave fears for this six-month old-baby when she contracted COVID-19, but she pulled through against all odds and has become a symbol of hope.
Nicotine patches ‘may prevent virus’
Despite repeated warnings that smokers have a higher risk of severe cases one European country is hoping to trial nicotine patches on healthcare workers.
Quick test that could reopen countries
China is hoping an antibody test is the key to reopening its country. Other nations hope for the same. But major questions are being raised about how it works.
WHO warns against ‘immunity passports’
The World Health Organisation has poured cold water on the idea of handing out “immunity certificates” to people who have recovered from the COVID-19 virus.
COVID-19 kills in ‘brain to toe rampage’
Medical experts have described how coronavirus kills its victims in “a ferocious rampage through the body, from brain to toes”.
Trump says disinfectant idea was sarcasm
President Trump has claimed was being sarcastic when he made an outlandish suggestion that injecting disinfectant could kill the coronavirus.
Pete Evans fined $25k over virus claims
Chef Pete Evans has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for coronavirus eradication claims he made about a device he promoted on Facebook.
PM: ‘Wearing a mask doesn’t protect you’
Aussies have been warned wearing a mask won’t stop them from getting the virus, with concerns doing so could provide a false sense of security.
Almost all of these virus patients die
The results of a new hospital study show that when critically ill patients are put on ventilators it is highly unlikely they will survive.
Virus causing strokes in healthy young people
Doctors have sent a warning that coronavirus is causing blood clots and strokes in otherwise young, healthy patients.
Big W item becomes ‘new toilet paper’
With bathrooms and pantries fully stocked, Aussies are rushing to buy a new item that is being described as the “new toilet paper”.
Gruelling long-term health impact of virus
Doctors are warning that even those who’ve recovered from COVID-19 could continue to face lasting health implications.
Bad news: When gyms will reopen again
With many desperate to return to the gym, experts have warned people not to get their hopes up because they won’t reopen until after winter.
Experts warn herd immunity is a myth
It’s a term thrown around a lot by people campaigning for lockdowns to be lifted – but “herd immunity” is actually a myth, experts say.
Hundreds volunteer for virus vaccine trial
Scientists hope to be mass producing a coronavirus vaccine by September – but not before it’s tested on hundreds of willing volunteers.
Where the virus actually originated
The World Health Organisation has rejected claims coronavirus originated in a lab and revealed where it most likely came from.
‘Miracle drug’ leads to more virus deaths
Donald Trump’s coronavirus “miracle drug” has showed no benefit, with more patients dying when they take it, according to studies.
Virus doesn’t act how we thought
A new study has shown that coronavirus can last longer in the air than first thought, remaining infectious for more than 12 hours.
Man dies after claiming virus was a hoax
A US man who claimed COVID-19 was a political ploy and called lockdown restrictions “bulls**t” has died after contracting the virus.
PM lifts restrictions on surgery, IVF
From next week, restrictions on a number of elective surgeries will be eased. Here is a list of all the procedures that will recommence.
Trump suspends US immigration
Donald Trump has announced that the US will temporarily suspend immigration during the COVID-19 crisis.
5yo girl dies after bad ‘headache’
The young daughter of two first responders has died of COVID-19 a month after she complained of a “headache” that not go away.
Extremely dangerous virus mutation
A study by Chinese scientists shows the new coronavirus has been able to rapidly mutate into even deadlier strains, wreaking havoc.
Woman’s surprise find after virus
A woman who was placed into a medical coma after contracting COVID-19 woke up to find she’d become a mum for the second time.
Sydney nursing home overrun with COVID-19
More than a quarter of residents and staff at a western Sydney nursing home are infected with the deadly virus, and health authorities are scrambling.
Neighbour’s nasty virus comment
The coronavirus pandemic has gripped New York City and the deadly infection is turning some residents against one another.
New York mayor blasts Trump
Donald Trump has been blasted by two high ranking officials in his former home state of New York just hours apart over his handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
How long can the virus live in a freezer?
Scientists are racing to discover the survival rate for the deadly cornavirus — with reports it can thrive in your freezer. So how much is true?
Sydney family hasn’t left house for 38 days
With a daughter in an at-risk group, this family opted to make sure she was safe from the virus. Today is their 38th day of not leaving the house.
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