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COVID-19 is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus strain, that has not been previously identified in humans. See below for a collection of resources to help you cover this issue (Please note: additional resources are available to journalists who are logged in).

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  1. COVID lockdown easing best predicted by air pollutant satellite observations

    Publicly released: Tue 10 Aug 2021 at 0835 AEST, 1035 NZST

    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

    We found that reduced economic and social activity, inferred from the reduction of nitrogen dioxide, is a driver of COVID-19 case deceleration in most of the 211 territories we studied. ... Professor Read more about COVID lockdown easing best predicted by air pollutant satellite observations

    Australia; QLDQueensland University of Technology (QUT)
  2. Global eradication of COVID-19 probably feasible

    Publicly released: Tue 10 Aug 2021 at 0830 AEST, 1030 NZST

    BMJ Global Health

    Researchers from New Zealand have crunched the numbers, and suggest that we are in a better place to eradicate COVID-19 than we were for polio, although considerably less so than ... The World Health Read more about Global eradication of COVID-19 probably feasible

    New ZealandUniversity of Otago
  3. ‘Dry eye’ increasing from mask use: Free resource to help

    Publicly released: Tue 10 Aug 2021 at 0700 AEST, 0900 NZST

    gov)6. Computer Vision Syndrome During SARS-CoV-2 Outbreak in University Students: A Comparison Between Online Courses and Classroom Lectures (nih. ... gov)7. Prevalence and risk factor assessment of Read more about ‘Dry eye’ increasing from mask use: Free resource to help

    Australia; InternationalDry Eye Directory
  4. Even a single time vaping could impact your health

    Publicly released: Tue 10 Aug 2021 at 0100 AEST, 0300 NZST

    JAMA Pediatrics

    Previous research shows both tobacco and e-cigarettes increase your levels of cellular oxidative stress (COS), which can assist in the development of many diseases. ... Researchers tested the level of Read more about Even a single time vaping could impact your health

    InternationalUniversity of California, USA
  5. NEWS BRIEFING and EXPERT REACTION: IPCC landmark climate science report - Aussie authors speak

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 1800 AEST, 2000 NZST

    The remaining reports on impacts and adaptation (Working group 2), and mitigation (Working group 3), along with a synthesis report will be released in 2022. ... Speakers:Dr Blair Trewin is a Lead Author Read more about NEWS BRIEFING and EXPERT REACTION: IPCC landmark climate science report - Aussie authors speak

    Australia; Pacific; International; NSW; VIC; QLD; SA; WA; TAS; NT; ACTIPCC | Australian Science Media Centre
  6. EXPERT REACTION: TGA approves Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for use in Australia

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 1738 AEST, 1938 NZST

    Prime Minister Scott Morrison has just announced that Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine has been given provisional approval by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. ... The TGA is also evaluating its use in Read more about EXPERT REACTION: TGA approves Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for use in Australia

    Australia; VIC; QLD; SA; WAAustralian Science Media Centre
  7. Māori and Pasifika aren’t more reluctant to get a Covid jab, study finds

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 1421 AEST, 1621 NZST

    The Lancet Regional Health Western Pacific

    In a first-of-its-kind online survey from March 2021, being Māori or Pacific wasn’t independently linked with feeling hesitant about the COVID-19 vaccine. ... Young Kiwis and those with lower education Read more about Māori and Pasifika aren’t more reluctant to get a Covid jab, study finds

    New ZealandVictoria University of Wellington | University of Waikato
  8. The lasting impact of COVID-19 infection on immune system

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 1130 AEST, 1330 NZST

    medXriv

    virus that causes COVID-19. ... The study has also added further evidence that those who’ve had COVID-19 become immune to the virus. Read more about The lasting impact of COVID-19 infection on immune system

    Australia; SASouth Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) ...
  9. NZ lockdown puts heart failure theory to the test

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 0300 AEST, 0500 NZST

    Respirology

    winter. COVID-19 pandemic restrictions in New Zealand from March 2020 led to marked reductions in all circulating respiratory viruses – including those that were already present in NZ at the Read more about NZ lockdown puts heart failure theory to the test

    New ZealandUniversity of Waikato | University of Otago | Waikato Hospital
  10. Smoke from wood heaters could be contributing to excess deaths

    Publicly released: Mon 9 Aug 2021 at 0001 AEST, 0201 NZST

    MJA

    Exposure to air pollution could also affect the transmission and severity of COVID-19, the team added, saying policies are needed to reduce the pollution of wood heaters, including education Read more about Smoke from wood heaters could be contributing to excess deaths

    Australia; NSW; TASThe University of New England | The University of Sydney ...
  11. Is one dose of vaccine enough if you've already had COVID-19?

    Publicly released: Sat 7 Aug 2021 at 0100 AEST, 0300 NZST

    JAMA Network Open

    In people who've already had COVID-19, one dose of Pfizer vaccine produces higher antibody levels than two vaccine doses do in those who have never been infected, according to ... Importantly, the study Read more about Is one dose of vaccine enough if you've already had COVID-19?

    InternationalRush University Medical Center, USA
  12. Think F.A.S.T, act fast: Stroke researchers urge vigilance as COVID-19’s impact on stroke care revealed

    Publicly released: Fri 6 Aug 2021 at 1201 AEST, 1401 NZST

    In 2020 when the world was hit by COVID-19, the registry began monitoring the impacts of the pandemic on stroke care. ... Act fast and call 000," said Prof Cadilhac. During the same period in 2020, a Read more about Think F.A.S.T, act fast: Stroke researchers urge vigilance as COVID-19’s impact on stroke care revealed

    Australia; VICFlorey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health
  13. Imagining yourself hosting a dinner party might help you better understand COVID-19 risk

    Publicly released: Fri 6 Aug 2021 at 0100 AEST, 0300 NZST

    Nature Aging

    Imagining COVID-19 spreading at a dinner party you hosted might help you get a better handle on the risk of COVID transmission, according to US research. ... The study asked people to imagine a scenario Read more about Imagining yourself hosting a dinner party might help you better understand COVID-19 risk

    InternationalDuke University, USA
  14. COVID-19 boost for baby sleep

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 1330 AEST, 1530 NZST

    Sleep Medicine

    On the downside, a new study led by Flinders University published in Sleep Medicine warns that the COVID-19 pandemic also introduced some negative consequences for families and young infants – Read more about COVID-19 boost for baby sleep

    Australia; International; SAFlinders University
  15. Fitness apps keep us moving during lockdown

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 1300 AEST, 1500 NZST

    Psychology of Sport and Exercise

    If the reported reductions in physical activity during the COVID-19 lockdown are  contributing to heightened levels of depression, anxiety, and stress, it is imperative that interventions are Read more about Fitness apps keep us moving during lockdown

    Australia; SAFlinders University
  16. RMIT experts available for comment on COVID-19 vaccine incentives

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 1150 AEST, 1350 NZST

    Marketing and behavioural design experts from RMIT University are available to talk to media about COVID-19 vaccine incentives and why other methods would be more successful. ... Incentive schemes have Read more about RMIT experts available for comment on COVID-19 vaccine incentives

    Australia; VICRMIT University
  17. Long COVID rare in kids, UK study finds

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 1120 AEST, 1320 NZST

    The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health

    Many children infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus do not develop symptoms, but those who do tend to have a mild illness. ... 2] The Office of National Statistics: “Prevalence of ongoing symptoms Read more about Long COVID rare in kids, UK study finds

    InternationalKing’s College London, UK
  18. Need to change careers? This AI tool can help

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 1100 AEST, 1300 NZST

    PLOS ONE

    With technological changes COVID-19 impacting differently across industries, it could help workers who find themselves quickly having to make a switch. ... technological and economic change, or crises Read more about Need to change careers? This AI tool can help

    Australia; NSWUniversity of Technology Sydney (UTS) | The University of New South Wales
  19. Antibody combination could help stop close contacts getting COVID-19

    Publicly released: Thu 5 Aug 2021 at 0700 AEST, 0900 NZST

    New England Journal of Medicine

    The antibody combination, known as REGEN-COV, or a placebo were given to people within 96 hours of a household contact receiving a COVID-19 diagnosis. ... The study found that symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Read more about Antibody combination could help stop close contacts getting COVID-19

    InternationalRegeneron Pharmaceuticals
  20. Have girls struggled more than boys during the COVID-19 pandemic?

    Publicly released: Wed 4 Aug 2021 at 1401 AEST, 1601 NZST

    JCPP Advances Study

    For boys, depressive symptoms were linked to increased online gaming. The team found poor mental health was linked to concerns about others contracting COVID-19, changes in daily and school routines, Read more about Have girls struggled more than boys during the COVID-19 pandemic?

    InternationalReykjavik University, Iceland

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