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Research projects to fight antimicrobial resistance and tuberculosis in the Pacific region

Four new Australian research projects totalling more than $8.3 million will tackle the threat of drug-resistant tuberculosis and antimicrobial resistance in the Pacific region.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on the safe return of crowds to stadiums, arenas and large theatres

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) about the safe return of crowds to stadiums, arenas and large theatres.

Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 26 June 2020

Read the Prime Minister’s update following the National Cabinet meeting on 26 June 2020.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on the review of physical distancing and person density restrictions

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on the review of physical distancing and person density restrictions.

Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) statement on hotel quarantine

A statement from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) on hotel quarantine.

Victorians urged to get tested for COVID-19 if they have any symptoms

Victorians with a cough, fever, sore throat, shortness of breath, runny nose, or loss of sense of smell or taste should get tested for COVID-19 as soon as possible.
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