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Health authorities have expanded access to oral antivirals for coronavirus in Australia. Here’s what you need to know

Debate is once again raging about mask mandates, as health experts warn COVID-19 fatigue and complacency is costing the most vulnerable Australians.

Australians aged 30 and older are now eligible for a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. So how and where can you book your fourth vaccine? Here's what you need to know.

Authorities expand rollout of COVID booster shots to people aged 30 and above as hospitalisations rise.

How long should I wait after a third dose? Should I wait for an Omicron-specific vaccine? Your questions answered

As health authorities attempt to ward off a surge in Omicron cases, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) has expanded the eligibility of a fourth COVID-19 vaccine to people over 30. Here's where things are currently at with the fourth dose.

With a third Omicron wave approaching, the wider Australian population may soon be able to get their second COVID booster shots.

Atagi will brief the health minister, Mark Butler, on Thursday after agreeing to recommend the expansion of Australia’s Covid vaccine program

Health experts say waning immunity and new strains will see a third wave of COVID-19 in weeks. So what is going on with our fourth doses?