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Covid 19

Posted inGeneral News

NSW ends PCR tests as COVID-19 cases surge again and antivirals are still restricted

blankby RK CrosbyApril 23, 2023

NSW will transition to a pathology referral model for COVID-19 PCR testing, meaning only your doctor will be able to request a PCR test, as COVID-19 cases across the state increase.

Posted inHealth, News

COVID-19 Omicron wave nearly done as local cases drop below 1000

blankby RK CrosbyFebruary 11, 2023

Recorded cases of COVID-19 have dropped and are stabilising at low levels across the state according to the latest report from NSW Health, with local cases dropping below 1000 for […]

Posted inHealth, NSW Politics

Free RATs for vulnerable communities continued

blankby New England Times News DeskJanuary 25, 2023

The NSW Government has extended a program to make rapid antigen tests (RATs) for COVID-19 free for those with a concession card until April 30.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health, News

Covid testing for Chinese travellers introduced after hesitation

blankby Lia EdwardsJanuary 2, 2023

After initial hesitation, the Australian Government will introduce pre-departure testing for COVID-19 for people travelling to Australia from China.

Posted inFederal Politics, Health, News

Covid 19 spike expected while government mulls reintroducing restrictions

blankby Lia EdwardsDecember 30, 2022

The Australian Government is making no change to travel restrictions yet, as a post holiday spike in Covid-19 cases is widely expected across the country.

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