Resources for Journalists

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. Melbourne-made COVID-19 vaccines show robust boosting potential

    Publicly released: Wed 13 Dec 2023 at 0600 AEDT | 0800 NZDT

    eBioMedicine

    Two Melbourne-made COVID-19 vaccines have shown strong potential to be an improved approach for boosting immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants according to interim results of a Phase 1 ... Melbourne-made Read more about Melbourne-made COVID-19 vaccines show robust boosting potential

    Australia; International; VIC; SAThe Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity...

  2. Suburban backyard home to more than 1,000 species

    Publicly released: Fri 8 Dec 2023 at 0930 AEDT | 1130 NZDT

    Ecology

    UQ mathematician Dr Matt Holden, ecologist Dr Andrew Rogers and taxonomist Dr Russell Yong took a census of their Annerley share house and its backyard during the COVID-19 lockdowns in ... The Parilyrg Read more about Suburban backyard home to more than 1,000 species

    Australia; QLDThe University of Queensland

  3. The AusSMC's Top 10 Science Stories 2023

    Publicly released: Wed 6 Dec 2023 at 0900 AEDT | 1100 NZDT

    And Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data released in September showed COVID-19 was the first infectious disease in the top five causes of death in Australia since 1970, responsible for Read more about The AusSMC's Top 10 Science Stories 2023

    AustraliaAustralian Science Media Centre

  4. Real connections trump virtual gatherings: The magic of in-person events

    Publicly released: Wed 6 Dec 2023 at 0900 AEDT | 1100 NZDT

    Event Management

    From virtual dance parties and raves to virtual happy hours and potlucks – online gatherings reached new heights during COVID-19, helping individuals stay connected during lockdowns. ... More than half Read more about Real connections trump virtual gatherings: The magic of in-person events

    Australia; SAUniversity of South Australia|Flinders University

  5. Post COVID elective surgery wait times longer than ever

    Publicly released: Wed 6 Dec 2023 at 0001 AEDT | 0201 NZDT

    COVID-19 pandemic (758,000 admissions in 2018–19),’ said AIHW spokesperson Clara Jellie. ... In the 5 years prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, presentations to public hospital emergency departments Read more about Post COVID elective surgery wait times longer than ever

    AustraliaAustralian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)

  6. NEWS BRIEFING: Fossil fuel emissions reach record high - Global Carbon Budget

    Publicly released: Tue 5 Dec 2023 at 1101 AEDT | 1301 NZDT

    Earth System Science Data

    Australian National UniversityPlease note: Dr Candell is heading to the US on Sat 2 Dec and Professor Jotzo is heading to the COP 28 conference on Sat 2 Dec. ... 5 per cent. The growth in oil emissions Read more about NEWS BRIEFING: Fossil fuel emissions reach record high - Global Carbon Budget

    Australia; New Zealand; Pacific; International; ACTCSIRO|The Australian National University|Australian Science Media Centre

  7. A specialised health service helped catch WA refugee children up with their COVID-19 vaccinations

    Publicly released: Mon 4 Dec 2023 at 1340 AEDT | 1540 NZDT

    Medical Journal of Australia

    A specialist health service for refugees was able to turn vaccination rates around for their cohort of refugee children during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Australian research. ... time. The Read more about A specialised health service helped catch WA refugee children up with their COVID-19 vaccinations

    Australia; WAThe University of Western Australia

  8. Two new lineages of coronavirus detected in NZ bats

    Publicly released: Mon 4 Dec 2023 at 0300 AEDT | 0500 NZDT

    New Zealand Journal of Ecology

    New research has identified two new lineages of coronavirus in New Zealand native bats, with over 60% of long-tailed bats infected during the study period. ... However, the findings are an important step Read more about Two new lineages of coronavirus detected in NZ bats

    New ZealandUniversity of Otago|Department of Conservation|Université de La Réunion

  9. Being overweight hampers body’s immune response to SARS-CoV-2

    Publicly released: Mon 4 Dec 2023 at 0300 AEDT | 0500 NZDT

    Clinical & Translational Immunology

    We’ve previously shown that being overweight – not just being obese – increases the severity of SARS-CoV-2,” Mr Tong said. ... Finally, the data provides an added impetus to improve SARS-CoV-2 Read more about Being overweight hampers body’s immune response to SARS-CoV-2

    Australia; International; NSW; VIC; QLDThe University of Queensland|Monash University|QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute...

  10. Depression and anxiety was higher for young people during the COVID-19 pandemic

    Publicly released: Fri 1 Dec 2023 at 0300 AEDT | 0500 NZDT

    JAMA Network Open

    More than a third of young adults had anxiety or depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey of over 3 million US adults which found rates were much ... S. adults, anxiety and Read more about Depression and anxiety was higher for young people during the COVID-19 pandemic

    InternationalNorthwestern University, USA

  11. Economic crashes linked to rise in male suicides, and lower mental health overall

    Publicly released: Thu 30 Nov 2023 at 1601 AEDT | 1801 NZDT

    Journal of Mental Health

    Experts from Canada and the UK led this research into the impact of financial meltdowns on psychological well-being. ... Limitations of the research include the majority of the studies assessed were not Read more about Economic crashes linked to rise in male suicides, and lower mental health overall

    Australia; InternationalEdge Hill University, UK

  12. Having a baby is getting more expensive in Queensland

    Publicly released: Wed 29 Nov 2023 at 1630 AEDT | 1830 NZDT

    Medical Journal of Australia

    It found that the demographic characteristics of women giving birth is markedly changing and the cost of care is becoming unsustainable. ... As health care spending changes in the wake of the coronavirus Read more about Having a baby is getting more expensive in Queensland

    Australia; NSW; VIC; QLDUniversity of Technology Sydney (UTS)|Monash University

  13. Remote work, reduced pay: are we willing to make a trade?

    Publicly released: Wed 29 Nov 2023 at 1335 AEDT | 1535 NZDT

    Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization

    The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reshape the workforce, with almost half of Australian workers willing to sacrifice part of their annual salary to work from home. ... It’s clear that COVID-19 has Read more about Remote work, reduced pay: are we willing to make a trade?

    Australia; SAUniversity of South Australia

  14. $48 billion spent on Australia's COVID-19 response

    Publicly released: Wed 29 Nov 2023 at 0001 AEDT | 0201 NZDT

    The report estimates the amount spent from the financial year 2019-2020 to 2021-2022, and says spending on COVID-19 represented 72% of total funds spent on health. ... The Australian Institute of Health Read more about $48 billion spent on Australia's COVID-19 response

    AustraliaAustralian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)

  15. Nurturing connection at Murdoch’s International Café

    Publicly released: Mon 27 Nov 2023 at 1838 AEDT | 2038 NZDT

    Journal of the Australian and New Zealand Student Services Association

    The “post-COVID-19” period witnessed a resurgence of international students arriving in Western Australia. ... As Murdoch University continues to refine and expand these programs, the positive impact Read more about Nurturing connection at Murdoch’s International Café

    Australia; WAMurdoch University

  16. EXPERT REACTION: Should we be concerned about the rise in respiratory illnesses in China?

    Publicly released: Fri 24 Nov 2023 at 1320 AEDT | 1520 NZDT

    China is currently seeing an increase in respiratory illnesses and reported clusters of pneumonia in children, according to the World Health Organization. ... The WHO this week made an official request to Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Should we be concerned about the rise in respiratory illnesses in China?

    Australia; International; NSW; VIC; SAAustralian Science Media Centre

  17. Fractional COVID-19 booster vaccines produce similar immune response as full-doses

    Publicly released: Fri 24 Nov 2023 at 0001 AEDT | 0201 NZDT

    The Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific

    The study is the first of its kind to assess and compare COVID-19 vaccines widely used in low- and middle-income countries. ... Fractional dosing may improve COVID-19 booster acceptability and uptake and Read more about Fractional COVID-19 booster vaccines produce similar immune response as full-doses

    Australia; Pacific; VICMurdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)|The University of Melbourne

  18. Getting vaxxed before you catch COVID may help you avoid long COVID

    Publicly released: Thu 23 Nov 2023 at 1432 AEDT | 1632 NZDT

    The BMJ

    The effectiveness of covid-19 vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection and severe complications of acute covid-19 are already known, but their effectiveness against long covid is less clear because Read more about Getting vaxxed before you catch COVID may help you avoid long COVID

    InternationalUniversity of Gothenburg, Sweden

  19. Sales data could help improve disease surveillance

    Publicly released: Wed 22 Nov 2023 at 0300 AEDT | 0500 NZDT

    Nature Communications

    weather data, to predict weekly deaths from respiratory diseases, such as the flu and bronchitis. ... The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of producing accurate forecasts of respiratory Read more about Sales data could help improve disease surveillance

    InternationalUniversity of Nottingham, UK

  20. Turning back the clock on brains aged by COVID

    Publicly released: Wed 22 Nov 2023 at 0001 AEDT | 0201 NZDT

    Nature Aging

    We found COVID-19 accelerates the presence of ‘zombie’ or senescent cells, which accumulate naturally and gradually in the brain as we get older,” Dr Aguado said. ... rejuvenated the brain and Read more about Turning back the clock on brains aged by COVID

    Australia; QLD; SAAustralian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN)...

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