COVID 19
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Coronavirus new variant - genomics researcher answers key questions Health Times - 05-01-2021
A new variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, is thought to be driving increased transmission of the disease in parts of the UK.
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Dangers of a sedentary COVID-19 lockdown: Inactivity can take a toll on health in just two weeks Health Times - 08-12-2020
As the world digs in for the second wave of COVID-19, flu season and winter, people also face a serious risk from reduced physical activity — especially older
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Pfizer vaccine has just been approved: here's what the next few months will look like Health Times - 03-12-2020
The UK has become the first country to approve
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Navigating the 'new normal' for older Australians Health Times - 30-11-2020
Older Australians have had a lot to worry about this year and the COVID-19 coronavirus has placed many of them at increased risk of isolation and loneliness.
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Arthritis drug effective in treating sickest COVID-19 patients Health Times - 30-11-2020
Critically ill patients with COVID-19 treated with a drug that reduces inflammation by modifying the immune system have improved outcomes, an international study has found.
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Study finds "high level" of COVID vaccine resistance among Australians Health Times - 20-11-2020
Almost three-in-five Australians (58.5 per cent) say they will definitely get a COVID vaccine once it is available, new analysis from The Australian National University (ANU)
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A rapid COVID-19 test key for safer hotel quarantine AAP - 17-11-2020
A COVID-19 test that delivers results in 10 minutes could reduce the risk of outbreaks from quarantine hotels and help prevent second or third waves.
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Young people are exposed to more hate online during COVID. And it risks their health Health Times - 13-11-2020
COVID has led to children spending more time on screens using social networks, communication apps, chat rooms and online gaming.
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Frontline health workers in NSW are the first to get COVID-19 vaccine AAP - 11-11-2020
Gladys Berejiklian says plans are underway to ensure frontline health workers and the vulnerable in NSW are the first to get any COVID-19 vaccine.
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An eminent psychiatrist says a second wave of coronavirus-linked mental health is starting AAP - 09-11-2020
Australian policy-makers must be willing to turn society upside down to flatten the "mental health curve" stemming from COVID-19, an eminent psychiatrist
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Significant psychological toll from COVID-19 lockdown Health Times - 06-11-2020
Research published today has confirmed the nationwide Alert Level 4 COVID-19 lockdown had a significant toll on New Zealanders’ well-being, especially for younger people
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Who pays compensation if a COVID-19 vaccine has rare side-effects? Health Times - 30-10-2020
In last week’s federal budget the Australian government announced
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Children may need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 too. Here's what we need to consider Health Times - 30-10-2020
An ideal COVID-19 vaccine would not only protect people from becoming ill, it would also stop the virus spreading through
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Why COVID mental health measures must target disadvantaged areas Health Times - 30-10-2020
COVID-19 outbreaks and the resulting lockdowns, particularly in Victoria, have adversely af
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Demand for Mental Health Counsellors Is Soaring in the Aftermath of COVID-19 Health Times - 29-10-2020
COVID-19 has had a vastly detrimental
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COVID-19 a double blow for chronic disease patients Health Times - 27-10-2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has escalated into a ‘syndemic’ for people with chronic illnesses, a new UNSW study analysing data from low and middle-income countries shows.
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COVID changed the way we use drugs and alcohol -- now it's time to properly invest in treatment Health Times - 20-10-2020
During crises and disasters, alcohol and other drug use often changes. But the changes are not straightforward and impacts may be different for different groups
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Under the influence: how COVID has affected our drinking Health Times - 16-10-2020
Changes to our drinking habits could be a surprising “good news story” with the lockdown providing a catalyst for positive behaviour change, a new study has found.
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Chronic disease and public health failures fuel COVID-19 pandemic Health Times - 16-10-2020
Australia was not spared as a 30-year global rise in chronic illness and related risk factors such as obesity, high blood sugar, and outdoor air pollution created a perfect
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CSIRO scientists have found virus survival times AAP - 12-10-2020
The virus that causes COVID-19 can survive for up to 28 days on the glass on mobile phones, stainless steel and paper banknotes, CSIRO scientists have found.
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