COVID-19
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Ruby Princess inquiry slams ‘inexplicable’ and ‘unjustifiable’ decisions by NSW Health
Authorities made “serious” and “inexcusable” mistakes when handling the Ruby Princess cruise ship, a special commission of inquiry has found. Powered by...
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India’s coronavirus death toll surpasses Great Britain
India has surpassed the UK to be the country with the fourth-highest number of deaths linked to COVID-19. Powered by WPeMatico
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New Zealand extends coronavirus lockdown by 12 days as Auckland cluster swells to 30
New Zealand’s current lockdown measures will remain in place until at least 26 August. Powered by WPeMatico
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Scott Morrison ‘deeply sorry’ for aged care shortcomings during coronavirus pandemic
The prime minister also addressed ongoing tensions between health officials and the aged care royal commission. Powered by WPeMatico
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INCB, WHO and UNODC statement on access to internationally controlled medicines during COVID-19 pandemic
Scope (COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 patients affected by the pandemic) The International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the...
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Victoria records 14 more coronavirus deaths and 372 cases as details emerge of ‘patient zero’
Another 14 Victorians have died and 372 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the state. Powered by WPeMatico
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WHO says people shouldn’t fear getting coronavirus from food after Chinese testing
The World Health Organisation has moved to reassure people after Chinese testers found traces of COVID-19 on food and food packaging. Powered...
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UK holds its first socially distanced concert
UK’s first socially distanced concert was held at a new custom built venue in Newcastle. Powered by WPeMatico
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He is 16 and his mother died of COVID-19. What happens to him now?
Children who lost their parents in the pandemic are fighting to hold on to what is left of their families. Powered by...
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World surpasses 750,000 coronavirus deaths, prompting countries to tighten restrictions
Worldwide coronavirus deaths have passed 750,000, with Latin America and the Caribbean remaining the global epicentre, accounting for almost one-third of all...
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Watch: New Zealand COVID-19 update
A ninth case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Auckland. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is speaking live with more details....
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Victoria records 278 new coronavirus infections while death toll rises by 8
Victorian authorities have warned that deaths will continue to rise given the number of people in hospital with the virus. Powered by...
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Qld borders to stay closed to NSW and Vic
Queensland’s borders will remain closed to states with COVID-19 hotspots, with the Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk saying “the danger is still on our...
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‘America is crying out for leadership’: Joe Biden, Kamala Harris make their first joint appearance
Democrat Joe Biden has appeared with his running mate Senator Kamala Harris, who has accused President Donald Trump of leaving the nation...
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Scott Morrison warns more elderly will die from coronavirus and urges ‘dignity and respect’
Scott Morrison has reached out to the families of elderly people who’ve died during the coronavirus pandemic to reassure them they have...
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2 in 5 schools around the world lacked basic handwashing facilities prior to COVID-19 pandemic — UNICEF, WHO
As schools worldwide struggle with reopening, the latest data from the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) reveal that 43 per cent of...
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OIE endorsement of official control programmes for dog-mediated rabies
<h3></h3><h2><span style="background-color:transparent;text-align:inherit;text-transform:inherit;white-space:inherit;word-spacing:normal;caret-color:auto;"></span><span style="background-color:transparent;font-size:18px;text-align:inherit;white-space:inherit;word-spacing:normal;caret-color:auto;">A new milestone in the journey towards rabies elimination</span></h2><p><strong>It is well recognized that by developing and implementing organised disease control...
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Requesting donated medicines to treat epilepsy‐associated tapeworm infection
<p>A recent agreement between the World Health Organization (WHO) and the German pharmaceutical company Bayer promises hope of expanding access to essential...
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Happy International Youth Day!
My message to the young and the young at heart: Today as we commemorate International Youth Day, we would like to recognize...
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Member States adopt the Global Strategy for TB Research and Innovation at 73rd World Health Assembly
Member States have adopted the global strategy for TB research and innovation through an unprecedented written silence procedure of the 73rd session of the...
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International Youth Day 2020
Meaningful youth engagement to improve adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights Every day, young people are enriching institutions and processes at the local, national, and global levels. ...
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WHO at the virtual High-level Political Forum (HLPF) 2020
The United Nations High-level Political Forum (HLPF), a mechanism that tracks and advances the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, was...
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18 new COVID cases in NSW
There have been 18 new cases of coronavirus diagnosed in New South Wales up to 8pm on Tuesday night. Powered by WPeMatico
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Australia’s deadliest day as NZ boosts response to COVID crisis
Victoria has recorded 410 new cases of coronavirus, taking the state’s total to more than 15,500. Powered by WPeMatico
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Crisp backs Premier’s ADF support claims
Victoria’s emergency management commissioner has backed Daniel Andrews’ claims that ADF support was never on offer for the running of the state’s...
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New deadliest day: 21 Victorian deaths
Victoria has recorded 410 new cases of coronavirus, taking the state’s total to more than 15,500. Powered by WPeMatico
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Death toll climbs as 21 deaths, 410 cases confirmed
This coronavirus article is unlocked and free to read in the interest of community health and safety. Get full digital access to...
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Another 19 people have died from coronavirus in Victoria as the state records 331 new cases
Victoria has recorded 331 new coronavirus cases and another 19 deaths, bringing the national toll to 332. Powered by WPeMatico
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NSW on high alert as 22 new coronavirus cases recorded, Sydney school cluster swells
At least 17 COVID-19 cases are now linked to an independent Catholic school in northwest Sydney, with NSW recording 22 new cases...