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China shortens quarantines as it eases some of its COVID rules

China on Friday eased some of its strict COVID rules, including shortening quarantines by two days for close contacts of infected people and for inbound travellers, and removing a penalty for airlines for bringing in too many cases.

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The latest COVID-19 news and case numbers from around the states and territories

Here's a quick wrap of the COVID-19 news and case numbers from each Australian jurisdiction from the past week.

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COVID hospitalizations are rising in kids under 6 months, CDC Director Walensky says

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Canberrans encouraged to rethink party plans as fourth wave hits the ACT

The ACT recorded a 30 per cent jump in new COVID-19 infections this week.

The Canberra Times

NSW sees sharp spike in COVID-19 cases as fourth wave takes hold, health authorities warn

NSW Health says there's been a big increase in cases, with nearly 20,000 people with the virus reported this week, but authorities hope the latest wave will subside before Christmas.

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COVID hospitalizations are rising in kids under 6 months, CDC Director Walensky says

COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising among babies under 6 months old, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging mothers to get vaccinated to reduce the risk of infection in those not yet eligible for shots, Director Rochelle Walensky said.

Tribune News Service

Hunter COVID-19 cases rise by a third as latest wave gathers speed

There has been a doubling in the number of aged care facilities with cases and once again mask wearing and socialising outdoors, while not mandated, is being encouraged.

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Health authorities warn of increasing COVID case numbers in the ACT

COVID-19 daily case reporting could be reinstated for the ACT.

The Canberra Times

Will COVID spike again this fall?

The omicron variant has burst into an alphabet soup of subvariants

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Queensland has entered a fourth COVID wave. Here's what you need to know about mask wearing

Annastacia Palaszczuk has advised Queenslanders to take out their masks once again. Here's what you need to know about the latest COVID wave.

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Previous COVID infection may not protect you from the new subvariant wave. Are you due for a booster?

COVID cases in Australia appear to be on the increase, most likely due to community transmission of the Omicron variant XBB. Meanwhile, a second Omicron variant – BQ.1 – is now being recorded in Australia.

The Conversation

States vary approach to COVID-19 wave

As a fourth COVID-19 wave approaches, some jurisdictions are ramping up their response, while others hold the line on restrictions.

AAP

Repeat COVID is riskier than first infection, study finds

The risk of death, hospitalization and serious health issues from COVID-19 jumps significantly with reinfection compared with a first bout with the virus, regardless of vaccination status, a study published on Thursday suggests.

Reuters

Number of Covid hospital patients down by nearly half after recent peak

Patient levels have fallen for 23 days in a row

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Number of Covid-19 hospital patients down by nearly half after recent peak

Patient levels have fallen for 23 days in a row.

The Independent UK

How long can you test positive for Covid and when are you infectious?

A surge in cases is indicating a new wave has started in the UK

The Independent UK

Nine Covid symptoms affecting the fully vaccinated — and signs you may have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of variant, experts say

The Independent UK

Can you go to work with Covid?

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The Loop: Queenslanders advised to wear masks again, more Medibank data posted to dark web, zoo says lion escapees breached second fence

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Reuters

China reaffirms zero-COVID stance, city of Guangzhou on edge

China's new top leadership body reaffirmed Beijing's "dynamic-zero" COVID-19 policy on Thursday, as case numbers rose and authorities in the city of Guangzhou urged residents to work from home but stopped short of a city-wide lockdown.

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What do we know about new COVID-19 Omicron subvariants XBB and BQ.1 spreading in Australia?

Australia's COVID-19 case numbers are on the rise again, with health officials signalling the arrival of new Omicron subvariants to our shores as another wave begins. So what do we know about XBB and BQ.1?

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More NHS funding for North East's deprived areas vital to avoid 'twindemic'

The North East's high rates of chronic health problems and child poverty make us vulnerable to the impact of a 'twindemic', experts said.

The Conversation

COVID, flu, RSV – how this triple threat of respiratory viruses could collide this winter

As the days get shorter and the weather colder in the northern hemisphere, health officials have warned of a perfect storm of infectious respiratory diseases over the winter months.

Bangkok Post

Expert warns of winter Covid surge

A Chulalongkorn University virologist has warned about a potential surge in Covid-19 cases during the cold season that will likely peak in January.

Los Angeles Times

Commentary: RSV is packing hospitals with sick kids, but it can be contained

Another fall season, another virus in the news: The respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as RSV, is filling up emergency rooms and hospital beds in many parts of the country.

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