Australian research provides COVID-19 vaccine hope The breakthrough comes after recent studies have suggested long-term immunity from natural infection may not be possible.
More evidence suggests no long-term COVID-19 immunity A new longitudinal study has found coronavirus antibodies diminish rapidly within three months of peaking.
Superspreading events due to environment, not individuals That is the view of prominent virologist Associate Professor Ian Mackay.
Masks for people in coronavirus hotspots REPUBLISHED: With Victoria recording 363 more cases on Sunday, masks are now mandatory for residents in Metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire.
WHO acknowledges COVID-19 airborne transmission may be possible Despite only recently pushing back against such claims, scientists from the global health body have now said there is emerging – but not definitive – evidence.
Infectious disease expert dismisses letter warning of airborne spread The letter, signed by more than 230 scientists, states COVID-19 can spread through the air and urges countries to update infection control guidance.
Top experts call for major new coalition on non-medical pandemic research The best successes against the ever-growing coronavirus pandemic have so far not come from drugs or vaccines, but from behavioural and social techniques.
COVID-19 saliva tests not as accurate as widespread reporting suggests While useful, evidence shows a relative lack of sensitivity means there is still a high chance of returning a false-negative.
US purchasing global supply of COVID-19 drug raises ethical questions Gilead Sciences has donated a supply of remdesivir to Australia’s national medical stockpile. But what if cases continue to rise?
‘Remains a mystery’: Examining gender’s impact on COVID-19 Why does coronavirus kill more men than women? Australian researchers are seeking the answer in a bid to remove sex and gender bias.