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Sydney's big moment: will lockdown lift? Jul 07, 2021

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It's been over a week and a bit since greater Sydney and surrounds were put into lockdown to battle the Delta outbreak which started three weeks ago.

While case numbers haven't soared over the last two weeks, they haven't dramatically reduced either. And there are still people testing positive without being in isolation.

Today, NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is expected to provide more information as to what happens next in the city. Will lockdowns be lifted, or will it continue?

So on today's Coronacast, what might happen?

Also on today's show:

* A new variant to keep an eye on: Lambda.

* I have an 11 year old child who may be eligible for vaccine next year. How safe are the vaccines for children aged 12?

Let's jump ahead 12 months Jul 06, 2021

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With all the uncertainties a pandemic brings, it's sometimes worth remembering that it will one day be over.

It might not be tomorrow, but it will eventually end - and one of the main ways we'll manage that is by mass vaccination of the global population.

Currently, countries are at various stages of the rollout, and one much further ahead than Australia is Singapore.

So on today's Coroncast, what can we learn from them and what might life look like this time next year?

Also on today's show:

* Once our vaccination rate is sufficient for us to treat COVID-19 like flu, will the 'test, trace and isolate' strategies nonetheless still be required?

* Is the AstraZeneca vaccine safe for breastfeeding?

Three lockdowns end! Will Sydney soon follow? Jul 05, 2021

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Over the weekend, lockdowns ended in WA, NT and Queensland - leaving only Greater Sydney and surrounding areas with heavy restrictions.

New South Wales' health authorities have been battling a much bigger outbreak, but there's hope that it might finally being brought under control.

But many challenges remain, such as an outbreak in an aged-care home and still several mystery cases.

So on today's Coronacast, what's the chance Sydney's lockdown will end this week?

Also on today's show:

* When do you think research will tell us whether or not we should have another COVID-19 shot next year?

* The US, UK, Canada and some European countries are mixing and matching vaccines. When do you Australia will follow suit?

How are Australia's outbreaks looking one week in? Jul 02, 2021

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As we well know with coronavirus by now, sometimes you just have wait to see if things will get better - or worse.

We're nearly a week in since COVID-19 exploded across the country, with outbreaks and lockdowns in NSW, Queensland, NT and WA.

So as we head into the weekend, how's it looking in the hotspots of Sydney and Brisbane? And what - if any - lockdowns may need to be extended?

That's on today's Coronacast.

Also on today's show:

* There's a study which says the reason the the rare blood clotting disorder after AstraZeneca might be down to the way the vaccines are delivered. How likely is that?

* And Quick Fire Friday is here (finally!)

How did we get into this position with vaccines? Jul 01, 2021

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If there's one thing everyone can agree on regarding Australia's vaccine rollout it's that it's a bit of a mess.

As politicians, health authorities and health experts seem to give conflicting advice - it might be worth looking back to see how we go here in the first place.

What exactly changed on Monday with the Prime Minister announcing that under 40s can now access the AstraZeneca vaccine and what do we know about the risk versus the reward?

That's on today's Coronacast.

I'm under 40. Should I get the Astra vaccine? Jun 30, 2021

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Much has been said about the AstraZeneca vaccine over the past year.

We've discussed its production, distribution, efficacy, link to rare blood clots, availability and everything else in between.

On Monday night, the Prime Minister said that anyone under the age of 40 can go to their GP and request the AstraZeneca vaccine.

But on today's Coronacast, if you're under 40, should you?

Also on today's show:

* What's all this talk about reducing the time between Astra shots from 12 to 8 weeks?

Will lockdown need to be longer in the age of Delta? Jun 29, 2021

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Sydneysiders are being warned to expect daily case numbers to jump around over the next few days, as the scale of the outbreak becomes clearer.

In other states and territories, the outbreaks are smaller - but it's still too early to know where this might head next.

One thing is for sure: the Delta variant is far more infectious than previous strains - and according to modelling, that means we can expect to see more cases than we otherwise would have.

So on today's Coronacast, when might the outbreaks peak and can we stay ahead of this virus?

Also on today's show:

* NSW Health Minister reveals an interesting story about vaccination and the superspreading birthday party

* You said in a podcast recently that the government should focus on just getting as many first doses out there, but then it was mentioned that a first shot of AstraZeneca or Pfizer isn't that effective and you need that second dose. These statements seem to conflict.

How did it all go so bad so quickly? Jun 28, 2021

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If you haven't been paying attention to the news over the weekend, there's some bad news.

Sydney is in lockdown. Darwin is too. And there's new restrictions for Perth.

Rather quickly, coronavirus has found its way around the country from the east to the west and to the top end.

So on today's Coronacast, what has happened and how did it all go so badly so quickly?

Also on today's show:

* Re-examining symptoms: what are the most common if you're unvaccinated, if you've had one dose and if you've been fully vaccinated.

I've been vaccinated, why can't I do what I want? Jun 25, 2021

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As Sydney's outbreak continues to grow, so do the number of people who have been fully vaccinated.

But, as more people are vaccinated - many are wondering, since they're fully vaccinated, why do they have to be subject to lockdowns and restrictions?

Well, it's because of several reasons, as today's Coronacast explains.

Also on today's show:

* Quick Fire Friday with all your quick fire questions!

Sydney's outbreak grows from bad to worse Jun 24, 2021

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People living in Sydney and surrounding cities are living under much heavier restrictions today, after the COVID-19 outbreak significantly worsened yesterday.

There are now serious limits on the number of people who can visit at home, capacity limits on businesses and masks are essential in public spaces.

Part of the increased concern was a superspreading event at a birthday party, where at least 30 percent of attendees have now tested positive - with more cases expected.

So on today's Coronacast, as the number of exposure sites in Sydney also continues to grow, what could the city be facing in the days ahead?

Also on today's show:

* I've been fully vaccinated, why am I subject to all state travel restrictions, regardless of my vaccination status?

* Another leak within hotel quarantine, this time in Brisbane

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