The Latest Breaking News on COVID-19

Wales has the lowest Covid infection rate of any UK nation

Across the UK infections have dropped by 19% in the last week

Wales Online · Aug 8, 2022

New Covid variants: How many strains are in circulation and on the rise around the world?

Omicron sub-variants continuing to cause concern and being monitored closely

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022

Have you got a cold or Covid? Here’s how to tell the difference

A blocked nose, headaches, fatigue and sore throats are symptoms of both conditions

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2022

Researchers discover 'lump' could be a symptom of Long Covid

One in eight patients are affected by persistent symptoms

Nottingham Post · Aug 8, 2022

Covid becomes Australia’s third most common cause of death in 2022

The virus trails only heart disease and dementia after an estimated 7,100 fatalities from January to July, researchers say

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2022

Queensland over peak of COVID-19 wave

Pressure on Queensland's health system is beginning to ease after the state passed a peak in COVID-19 hospitalisations much earlier than modelling predicted.

AAP · Aug 8, 2022

Man dies with COVID, but ACT cases continue to ease

The ACT reported 509 new infections in the latest reporting period.

The Canberra Times · Aug 8, 2022

Lump in the throat may be clue to long Covid

More common in women than men

Wales Online · Aug 7, 2022

The possible upsides to Covid infection

There's always a first time for everyone. After three years of living life virus free, I got Covid-19 from a friend after attending a concert recently. However, to my surprise, my first experience wasn't all that terrible. I felt mildly ill, with fever and body aches, but no sore throat…

Bangkok Post · Aug 7, 2022

Going to the Ekka? Here are the best ways to avoid getting sick with COVID-19, monkeypox or the flu

Eager to hit Brisbane's Ekka show to enjoy a dagwood dog or a strawberry sundae without coming down with COVID-19, monkeypox or the flu? Here are five key things you can do to protect your health.

ABC News · Aug 7, 2022