Further ‘draconian’ coronavirus measures introduced The restrictions are designed to enhance social-distancing efforts, as medical facilities ration PPE and suspend almost all elective surgery.
Immediate coronavirus testing kit supplies guaranteed: Govt But the personal protective equipment required to conduct such tests is being rationed ‘at every level of distribution’.
Stringent social distancing limits announced All non-essential activities are now subject to a restriction of one person per four sqm, while further travel restrictions have been flagged.
Thousands of doctors call for lockdown But the RACGP and Australia’s Chief Medical Officer say the coronavirus response must be sustainable.
Clinics switch to telephone-only to ward off virus threat A prominent GP has moved away from in-person consultations after potential exposure in one of his practices.
Australia’s coronavirus containment efforts intensify Growing case numbers and limited resources have led governments across the country to impose drastic measures.
Government advises against events of more than 500 people The Federal Government has advised that ‘non-essential’ gatherings should be cancelled from Monday in an effort to limit coronavirus spread.
GPs call for action as WHO declares coronavirus pandemic A number of Australian doctors have said mass gatherings, such as major sporting events, should be cancelled or held behind closed doors in a bid to avoid ‘catastrophe medicine’.
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