Australia’s most accurate RATs revealed
Australia’s most accurate rapid antigen tests have been revealed with the nation’s medicines regulator releasing its official ratings.
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Aussie firm backs cannabis to cure long Covid
An Australian medicinal cannabis product will be used in a UK clinical trial to treat symptoms of long Covid, including chronic pain, anxiety, sleep disturbances and fatigue.
Major reveal on Victoria’s Omicron peak
Victoria’s chief health officer has revealed when the state could reach its Omicron peak but made a grim warning about hospitalisations.
‘Fortress WA’ expands mask rule as cases rise
The South West has been added to WA’s masks mandate as the state records more cases, including one who was infectious in the community.
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When Victorian case numbers could dip
Victorian Covid-19 infections have surged past NSW yet again but authorities have hinted at when case numbers could start to dip.
Victorian region forced into lockdown
Victoria’s acting chief health officer has ordered another regional area back into lockdown as coronavirus cases spike in the area.
Rapid Covid-19 self-testing kits: How they work
Australians will soon be able to access rapid antigen tests. Here’s everything you need to know about the Covid game-changer.
Hazzard defends unvaxxed end date
Brad Hazzard has defended telling unvaccinated residents they will enjoy the same freedoms as others in just a couple of months.
Pauline reveals predicament with boyfriend
One Nation senator Pauline Hanson has opened up about a difficulty she is currently facing with her partner due to Covid restrictions.
Tough new rules for two NSW LGAs
Two regions in NSW now have to follow tough new rules for seven days due to ‘an increased Covid-19 public health risk’.
‘Nonsense’: Anti-vaxxers hijack jab remarks
Queensland’s health department has condemned posters quoting its own top doctor, saying she has been taken out of context.
Anti-lockdown figure’s bold court demand
A man charged with inciting anti-lockdown protests wants to attend court virtually from South America, listing a litany of misfortunes.
Australia could reach vax target early
The head of Australia’s vaccine rollout has revealed that Australia could reach 90 per cent vaccinated much earlier than previously hoped.
Man found dead in hotel quarantine
Police are investigating the death of a man in hotel quarantine in Queensland overnight, which is not being treated as suspicious.
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