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Covid new strain symptoms: Five changes to your voice that could signal COVID-19

A new variant of COVID-19 is spreading unchecked in India, setting new global records in its wake. Its health ministry reported 349,691 cases on Sunday, setting a record for the fourth day running. Although cases have been identified in the UK, the variant is yet to gain a foothold. Nonetheless, it is a stark reminder… Read More »

‘High viral load’: Mutant strain warning

Victorians have been warned to brace for more COVID-19 infections after it was revealed the Melbourne hotel quarantine worker who has tested positive had a “high viral load” and is most likely carrying the mutant UK strain. Despite Premier Daniel Andrews’ reassurance there was “no need to panic” at a late night press conference, officials… Read More »

‘Being locked down has put a huge strain on the nation’s mental health’

Social distancing and managing ­community health is such a balancing act. What’s already obvious during this pandemic is the nation’s mental as well as ­physical health has come under ­worrying pressure. And several groups of people may be more vulnerable than others to the effects of the crisis – effects such as isolation, troubled family… Read More »