Tag: COVID testing
Angry Aussies slam rapid antigen test availability
Scott Morrison remains under pressure to make rapid antigen COVID-19 tests free as widespread shortages continue around the country.
Push for rapid antigen tests to play larger role in Australia
Pressure is mounting for rapid antigen tests to play a bigger role around Australia as lines and waiting times blow out at testing sites.
Calls to COVID test overseas arrivals at airport
A leading epidemiologist wants to see international arrivals in Australia tested for COVID-19 before they leave the airport.
Supermarkets to sell rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
Australians will be able to buy rapid antigen tests along with the rest of their groceries when they become available on supermarket shelves next week.
Home COVID-19 tests to begin from November
Australians will be able to self-test for coronavirus at home from November provided a series of hurdles are cleared.
COVID-19 testing protects community: Hunter doctor
When it comes to COVID-19, the message from Australian doctors is clear: get tested if you show any symptoms.
Many of us may be thinking 'what’s the point?'
However, Hunter General Practitioners Association...
Hazardous weather closes university and Tomaree COVID-19 testing clinics
Hazardous weather conditions across the region has forced two testing clinics within the Hunter New England Health District to close.
The University of Newcastle COVID-19 Drive Through Clinic will be shut at...
Your guide to COVID testing for children under five
There are plenty of places to choose from when getting tested for COVID-19.
But did you know, many of them don’t cater for children under five-years-old?
All hospitals across the Hunter New England Health...