The Latest Breaking News from David Durrheim

COVID has gone quiet, but another bug is causing a lot of sickness this winter

The virus causing the most problems this winter has been revealed.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 16

'Don't soldier on': Business, union leaders urge sick people to stay home

'We're in a different world now. Life isn't all about work.'

Newcastle Herald · Jun 14, 2024

Doctor's top honour for leadership during COVID-19 'fear and uncertainty'

Dr Durrheim became a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic

Newcastle Herald · May 21, 2024

'Sensible thing': double COVID wave sparks call for return of mask wearing

Monovalent booster protects against the dominant JN.1 variant.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 24, 2024

'Wave on top of wave': Hunter's COVID cases highest in 12 months as new variant hits

The wave sweeping through the Hunter is the largest the region has seen in a year.

Newcastle Herald · Jan 12, 2024

COVID vaccine rates plummet but antiviral use up, as COVID cases rise

'Still a lot of COVID around' and 36 in hospital in district.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 21, 2023

'Protect yourself from mozzies': Ross River cases confirmed in the Hunter

Fatigue and joint pain after infection can persist for weeks to months.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 20, 2023

How the incoming heatwave has affected Hunter events and activities

Authorities are advising people to take extra care in the heat.

Newcastle Herald · Dec 8, 2023

Riding the next wave: COVID-19 cases on the rise again

There are simple precautions we can all take.

Newcastle Herald · Nov 12, 2023

COVID vaccine rates in the Hunter dive as fresh wave approaches

'We've all got some level of immunity.'

Newcastle Herald · Nov 3, 2023