Just how infectious is coronavirus?
In the face of an ever-changing pandemic, medical scientists are racing to find out as much as they can about the deadly coronavirus.
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Scary distance coronavirus might travel
Researchers found surfaces at a field hospital in Wuhan were “widely contaminated” with the coronavirus, which was also detected in the air metres from patients.
Get tested if you live in these suburbs
Health officials have lowered the bar for testing in at least 12 hot spots areas as they become concerned COVID-19 could be spreading in the community
Infected nurse went to work for six days
The NSW health minister has pleaded with people not to go to work sick after it emerged a nurse worked at a Sydney aged care facility while feeling unwell.
Couple cancel wedding for a second time
A couple whose wedding was cancelled due to the bushfires has had to put their big day on hold again — but they have a powerful message for Australia.
Doctors question ventilator death rate
Some doctors are moving away from using ventilators to treat coronavirus patients due to unusually high death rates.
Aussie professor’s stark virus warning
Australia’s deputy chief medical officer has assured Australians that community transmission is under control – but it comes with a warning.
COVID-19 can spread up to 4 metres
A new study has found people with coronavirus can spread the infection 4 metres, which is more than twice the social distancing recommendation.
Worrying new signs of COVID-19 infection
A Chinese study has found some symptoms associated with coronavirus infections that may not have been picked up before.
Doctor’s drug gamble to save COVID-19 patients
In a last-ditch effort to save a woman dying of coronavirus, a New York doctor has stumbled across what might prove to be a miracle cure.
Big problem with getting a vaccine
With so many experts around the world racing to develop a vaccine for coronavirus you’d think getting there would be relatively easy – but there’s a major hurdle in the way.
Boy, 4, with cancer defeats COVID-19
The strength of four-year-old Archie Wilks is giving hope to many, after he contracted coronavirus during treatment for a rare cancer.
Evans’ $15k virus device investigated
Pleas to “shut down” Pete Evans after he plugged an expensive device he claimed could fight COVID-19 have sparked an investigation.
Threat of ‘second wave’ of virus looms
There are concerns relaxing social distancing restrictions too early could result in a second wave of COVID-19 sweeping through multiple countries.
Mum has 22nd baby during virus crisis
A mum has shared photos of her 22nd baby after giving birth in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, calling it the “strangest” experience.
Mild virus symptoms you might miss
The two main symptoms of the new coronavirus are a fever and a dry cough. But here are five other less obvious signs experts say you could miss.
How one cough can infect a supermarket
Researchers have created a horrifying video that shows how quickly coronavirus can spread through a grocery store if an infected person coughs.
Rush to avoid ‘double dose’ of infection
People are rushing to get flu shots to avoid a dangerous “double-dose” of infection during the COVID-19 outbreak, but its caused concerns.
Pete Evans’ $15k virus device mocked
Pete Evans is trending for all the wrong reasons after spruiking a $15,000 device that uses “subtle energy” frequencies he claims help fight the deadly pandemic.
Trump advice leaves Aussies without meds
The president defied medical opinion in endorsing a drug to fight coronavirus. Now low supplies could leave Australians without vital medication.
Virus may spread faster than first thought
A new study has suggested the coronavirus may spread a lot more swiftly than health experts originally thought.
Nurse’s tragic last act before virus death
A nurse who was “feeling better” after having COVID-19 took a turn at home and called an ambo for help. But paramedics made a shock discovery.
WHO on defensive after Trump attack
The World Health Organisation has indirectly responded to criticism from President Donald Trump and his threat to cut off funding.
‘Immunity passport’: Life after lockdown
From “immunity passports” to wristbands or a traffic-light system, how to get out of lockdown could be our most delicate problem yet. Here’s what it might look like.
New virus measures at Sydney Fish Market
Temperature checks will be carried out on people entering the Sydney Fish Market on Good Friday, with strict social distancing also enforced.
Doctor calls for masks to be mandatory
An Aussie doctor has contradicted recent calls for healthy people not to wear masks, claiming they are crucial to stopping the spread of the virus.
Easter warning in second virus text
Australians have been warned in a second emergency text from the government, with leaders saying our “good work” could be quickly undone.
Virus’s horrific ‘second-week crash’
As doctors around the world diagnose and care for a growing number of COVID-19 patients, they’ve found the second week of the virus is the most scary for sufferers.
How likely you’ll get sick, based on age
Early modelling has revealed the differences between age groups when it comes to being hospitalised with the coronavirus and the chances of getting seriously ill.
Australia forced into ‘brutal’ decision
Now that Australia appears to have got the coronavirus under control, it faces an even more disturbing choice on how to end the epidemic.
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