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. Combining public health measures kept us safe from COVID-19

    Publicly released: Thu 24 Aug 2023 at 0915 AEST | 1115 NZST

    Philosophical Transactions of The Royal Society A

    the SARS-CoV-2 virus: masks and face coverings; social distancing and ‘lockdowns; test, trace and isolate; travel restrictions and controls across international borders; environmental controls; and Read more about Combining public health measures kept us safe from COVID-19

    New Zealand; InternationalThe Royal Society

  2. EXPERT REACTION: New RSV vaccine could be potent against future variants, suggests animal study

    Publicly released: Thu 24 Aug 2023 at 0400 AEST | 0600 NZST

    Science Translational Medicine

    As the COVID-19 pandemic has showed, vaccines can sometimes lose their potency against viral infections as the virus mutates over time. ... Although RSV doesn’t seem to evolve as quickly as SARS-CoV-2 Read more about EXPERT REACTION: New RSV vaccine could be potent against future variants, suggests animal study

    Australia; International; VIC; WAGlaxoSmithKline Biologicals SA, Belgium

  3. Gender-affirming surgery in the US almost triples in 3 years

    Publicly released: Thu 24 Aug 2023 at 0100 AEST | 0300 NZST

    JAMA Network Open

    US scientists say gender-affirming surgery in the USA nearly tripled between 2016 and 2019, before dropping off in 2020 as COVID-19 hit. ... The team looked at health records of 48,019 patients who Read more about Gender-affirming surgery in the US almost triples in 3 years

    InternationalColumbia University, USA

  4. Poor access to mental health services linked to suicide hotspots

    Publicly released: Wed 23 Aug 2023 at 1515 AEST | 1715 NZST

    Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry

    This is a real missed opportunity for youth suicide prevention and the prevention of suicide clusters,” Dr Hill said. ... WA has the nation’s highest population growth following COVID-19. This paper Read more about Poor access to mental health services linked to suicide hotspots

    Australia; VIC; WATelethon Kids Institute|The University of Western Australia...

  5. Mortal wombat: Social distancing can't save critters from deadly mange

    Publicly released: Wed 23 Aug 2023 at 0901 AEST | 1101 NZST

    Biology Letters

    Social distancing may have helped curb COVID-19, but it doesn't appear to help stop the spread of deadly sarcoptic mange in wombats, according to Australian researchers. ... Over the study period, four Read more about Mortal wombat: Social distancing can't save critters from deadly mange

    Australia; TASUniversity of Tasmania

  6. Poor report card for Aussie children’s wellbeing

    Publicly released: Wed 23 Aug 2023 at 0100 AEST | 0300 NZST

    JAMA Network Open

    While COVID-19 lockdowns are no longer mandated, the stress and anxiety of the pandemic still lingers, especially among young South Australians, say health experts at the University of South Australia Read more about Poor report card for Aussie children’s wellbeing

    Australia; International; SAUniversity of South Australia

  7. Australia experiences intense surge in Strep A cases, similar to northern hemisphere wave

    Publicly released: Wed 23 Aug 2023 at 0001 AEST | 0201 NZST

    The Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific

    the increase was likely due to a combination of environmental factors such as reduced social contact during COVID-19 public health interventions, which changed viruses in circulation. ... Dr Abo said Read more about Australia experiences intense surge in Strep A cases, similar to northern hemisphere wave

    Australia; International; VIC; QLD; WA; NTMurdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI)|The University of Melbourne...

  8. Building a stronger industry image will boost hospitality employment

    Publicly released: Tue 22 Aug 2023 at 0940 AEST | 1140 NZST

    International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management

    The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated talent challenges faced by hospitality organisations when prolonged closures led to many workers leaving the industry to pursue other employment. ” ... Attracting Read more about Building a stronger industry image will boost hospitality employment

    Australia; International; VIC; SAFlinders University|RMIT University

  9. What can we learn from the link between COVID-19 and neurological problems?

    Publicly released: Tue 22 Aug 2023 at 0900 AEST | 1100 NZST

    Medical Journal of Australia

    A wide range of neurological problems have been reported as symptoms of COVID-19, from headaches to seizures and Guillain–Barré syndrome. ... He says assessing the link between COVID-19 and many of Read more about What can we learn from the link between COVID-19 and neurological problems?

    Australia; VICMonash University

  10. Should mask rules remain in healthcare settings?

    Publicly released: Tue 22 Aug 2023 at 0700 AEST | 0900 NZST

    Annals of Internal Medicine

    Mask-wearing should continue in healthcare settings, according to US public health experts who argue infection from SARS-CoV-2 is still a threat, especially to the most vulnerable patients, and Read more about Should mask rules remain in healthcare settings?

    InternationalPublic Health – Seattle & King County, USA; University of Washington, USA

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