Tag: covid-19
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HEALTH AUTHORITIES ALERTED BUT UNSURPRISED BY RISING COVID RELATED DEATHS
Rising covid-related deaths in the Hunter New England have health authorities on alert… but doctors say, sadly, they are unsurprised. They’re now encouraging the most vulnerable among us to consider anti-viral drugs, as they become increasingly available – saying the medication will save more lives.
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ISOLATION RULE CHANGE WELCOMED BUT COMES WITH A WARNING
Mid North Coast businesses have welcome changes to covid isolation rules. But it’s come with a warning from health experts, urging locals to still heed caution.
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COST OF ASSESSMENT KEEPING MID COAST LOCALS OUT OF THE DENTIST CHAIR
Mid Coast dentists are filling appointments fast – but, the cost of an oral health assessment is still keeping many locals out of the chair. Now, a Taree dentist is calling on the Federal Government to step in.
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GREAT INTEREST FOR NOVAVAX ON THE MID NORTH COAST
The Novavax vaccine is rolling out across the Mid North Coast and local doctors and pharmacists are already seeing great interest. They believe anxiety surrounding other vaccines has caused many to only now roll up their sleeves.
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MID COAST BUSINESSES WELCOME EASED COVID RESTRICTIONS
Mid Coast business owners have welcomed the state government’s easing of restrictions today. But, while QR codes are no longer needed – they’re calling on the community to embrace their newfound covid freedoms, safely.
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RAPID ANTIGEN TESTS- WHAT’S A FAIR PRICE TO PAY?
With eligible locals snapping up free rapid antigen tests, those who do have to pay are calling for their fair share. While, health experts are urging the community to refrain from panic buying.
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GROUP 3 CEO WANTS PLAYERS AND SPECTATORS VACCINATED
While there’s no mandate in place, the Group 3 CEO wants players and spectators fully vaccinated before the new season begins. He says it will go a long way to keeping teams on the park and the competition afloat.
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LENGTHY WAIT FOR COVID BOOSTERS SHOULDN’T DETER MID NORTH COAST LOCALS
With the time between covid boosters being reduced, we’re being urged to book now. While many are waiting up to two months for a booster, an Old Bar pharmacist is asking the community for patience.
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WHAT IS LONG COVID?
While many long-term side effects from COVID-19 remain unknown, doctors are warning of the effects of ‘long-COVID’. Of the greatest concerns lies with unvaccinated people – the group accounting for 75 percent of emergency admissions.
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CHILDREN’S COVID VACCINATIONS ROLL OUT PUTTING THE PRESSURE ON GPs
With the roll out of children’s COVID vaccinations, GPs across the country are feeling the pressure. While appointments are filling up and supplies are running dry, one Taree doctor is calling for patience.