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.
Global coronavirus deaths and case numbers continue to surge More than 1000 people are now dying each day, as total case numbers rapidly approach 250,000. But there is hope in ongoing research efforts.
Coronavirus risk for pregnant women and babies As the outbreak continues, expectant mothers have found themselves growing increasingly anxious.
Police spot checks headline efforts to curb coronavirus With local Australian cases doubling in four days, newsGP looks at developments in each state and territory.
Ibuprofen and COVID-19: What GPs need to know Questions are swirling about the potential risks of using ibuprofen while infected with COVID-19.
Human biosecurity emergency declared due to coronavirus Increased restrictions on gatherings, international travel and access to aged care facilities are now in place, while efforts to source testing kits and medical equipment continue to ramp up.
Thousands of doctors call for lockdown But the RACGP and Australia’s Chief Medical Officer say the coronavirus response must be sustainable.
ACE-inhibitors, ARBs and COVID-19: What GPs need to know Some are considering the role of antihypertensives in the coronavirus pandemic, but experts warn against abruptly stopping these medications.
Reports emerging of patients refusing to self-isolate GPs have reported some possible or proven coronavirus patients refuse to isolate or quarantine themselves – with some even being dishonest about their exposure.
Coronavirus progress: Breakthrough research, first human vaccine trial Australian researchers have published the first study on the body’s immune response to coronavirus, while a human vaccine trial has commenced.