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Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) expression of support for additional measures to improve the current state of the COVID-19 outbreak in Victoria

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) expressing support for additional measures to improve the current state of the COVID-19 outbreak in Victoria.

Additional COVID-19 mental health support for people subjected to further restrictions

The Australian Government will provide 10 additional Medicare subsidised psychological therapy sessions for people subjected to further restrictions in areas impacted by the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Should I wear a face mask in public?

We have published guidance on when you should wear a face mask to protect yourself or the community from coronavirus (COVID-19).
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