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What we know about the South African Covid-19 variant
It is thought to be more infectious, but there are still many unknowns.
It is thought to be more infectious, but there are still many unknowns.
The new case and the source of the infection were in rooms "in close proximity".
Two-months after a tragic loss, the couple have added an important member to their family.
"It makes sense to develop vaccines for pets as a precaution," genetics professor says.
Two more of the community case's close contacts are waiting for test results.
'We have not been contacted by the Ministry of Health as yet.'
New York Times: The animals have also passed back the virus to people in mutated form.
A mother has shared her disbelief after coming under fire from fellow parents.
Pfizer and BioNTech are supplying 750,000 courses of their Covid-19 vaccine.
Officials need to encourage widespread community testing, professor says.
A mother had her dream of a 'perfect family' dashed when a surrogate changed her mind.
Hospitals referred about 30 people to Asthma NZ this summer - last year there were none.
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Dr Fauci called it "liberating" to be backed by a new, science-friendly administration.
Border workers can now get saliva tests, but it is not goodbye to the nasal swabs yet.
Scientists have revealed this 'harmless' everyday act may be ruining your relationship.
Middlemore is blaming the surge on post-holiday injuries and health checks.
The updated number of UK and SA strains of Covid-19 in New Zealand revealed.
Controls need to be increased because the risk has risen, Michael Baker says.
A 33-year-old transformed her body and it didn't involve counting calories.
The Government has a job on its hands to reach the doubters.
With contagious new strains in managed isolation the health boss reveals vaccine latest.
OPINION: The Opposition has cause to be buoyed by the pre-flight testing decision.
Australia's chief medical officer says they're 'definitely open to other bubbles'.
A Twitter user has divided the internet after she revealed how she takes a shower.
A mum has sent home organisation fans into a frenzy with her co-ordinated pantry.
Training to give vaccines should start next month, with up to 3000 more staff needed.
Simple safety practices can prevent 'a potentially fatal ... infection', researcher says.
Young people are drinking less but they are still behind most emergency department chaos.
Hastings care home is in a "precautionary" lockdown due to an outbreak of illness.