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**What’s That Rash?**

Get answers to the health questions everyone’s asking. Our experts give you the information you need to feel good and make the best decisions for your brain and body.

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BONUS: 'How does coronavirus go into my body?' We answer more kids' questions! Apr 04, 2020

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What kind of germ is coronavirus? What started coronavirus? Why is the coronavirus making people so sick?

Kids have millions of questions about coronavirus.

We've had hundreds sent in by kids across the country, so we thought we'd make another episode just for them.

This is a special episode just for kids! So if you have a small one in your life, sit down with them and work your way through this episode.

If you're not a kid, don't worry. We'll have our usual episode out first thing Monday morning.

This is the second episode for kids. If you want to hear the first, you can find it here: https://www.abc.net.au/radio/programs/coronacast/are-we-all-going-to-die-we-answer-kids-questions!/12093754

What syphilis and measles can tell us about the coronavirus endgame Apr 03, 2020

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As parts of Australia face up to 90 days of lockdowns, you might be feeling like there's no light at the end of the tunnel.

But the world has been here before.

Today's episode of Coronacast gives you the pep talk you didn't know you needed.

On today's show:

* What's the end game here? Are we all just going to get it? Or can we get rid of it somehow?

And Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor talk about an article in The Conversation titled "Regaining control: the case for a short, sharp lockdown"

Under the radar! How much coronavirus is really out there? Apr 02, 2020

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While the coronavirus growth rate has slowed over the past few days, there's still likely to be cases circling in the community undetected.

Community transmission hotspots are popping up in suburbs in Sydney and Melbourne.

So how many unknown COVID-19 cases could there be out there?

In today's episode:

* Flu shots. Why get one?

* Should I bunker down or risk venturing out to get a flu vaccine?

* How reliable is COVID-19 testing anyway?

And Dr Norman Swan explains the research from America which might give an indication of how many undetected cases are out in the community.

Norman did everything right. So how did he catch another virus? Apr 01, 2020

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Norman's coronavirus test is back, and it was negative!

He's been so clean and careful but still picked up something. How did that happen?

Also, turns out children may not be coronavirus super spreaders we thought they were.

On today's show:

* Are sweaty joggers putting you at risk?

* Why are health professionals falling sick?

* Why isn't the government doing more testing in 'hotspots'?

CALL OUT:

We want to make an episode of Coronacast next week that’s all about busting myths that are circulating on social media.

So if you’re seeing the same type of messages popping up in your email, or on Whatsapp or group chats or Facebook or Twitter - send it to us!

Our email is coronacast@abc.net.au

And Dr Norman Swan explains (early) research that indicates that children are unlikely to be the primary source of household coronavirus infections.

Dr Norman Swan was tested for coronavirus. Here's what happened Mar 31, 2020

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You might have heard that Dr Norman Swan has come down with a bit of an illness.

Yesterday he was checked for coronavirus, and had to use his doctor skills and do the swab on himself.

So, what is getting tested for coronavirus like?

On today's show:

* Dr Norman Swan explains how the coronavirus test is done

* Why don't the authorities give us better data on where positive cases are found?

* Is it okay to mail packages and cards/letters to loved ones in the hospital or nursing homes?

* You talk about getting high and low doses of the virus. What do you mean by that?

* Does taking supplements like horseradish and garlic help?

Could coronavirus' death rate be lower than first thought? Mar 30, 2020

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There have been many infections from the Diamond Princess cruise ship, which was quarantined in Japan for weeks.

But it turns out it might have helped scientists get a better estimate on the fatality rate COVID-19.

So, could it be a little less than we previously thought? And if so, why are there still so many people dying from it?

On today's show:

* The infection rate has halved over the last few days, what does that mean?

* Is the way we test people possibly skewing the numbers?

* Can I see my partner if we don't live together?

* My hands are dry because I'm washing them a lot. Can I fix that?

* Does UV/sunlight kill coronavirus?

And Dr Norman Swan explains the research in The Lancet about mortality rates of COVID-19, compared to influenza and SARS.

'Are we all going to die?' We answer kids' questions! Mar 27, 2020

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What does coronavirus look like? When can we hug again? Are we all going to die?

We asked for questions from kids, and they delivered!

Hundreds of Aussie kids have asked and we've put them to Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor.

This episode is for them, so if you have a little one in your life, sit together, have a listen and hopefully this will make things a little clearer.

In this show:

* What does the coronavirus look like?

* Why are there so many rumours about coronavirus and how do I know what's true?

* Why can't we hug?

* When will the coronavirus end?

* Are we are all going to die?

Thank you to everyone who sent us a question!

The tantalising scheme to fix coronavirus in only six weeks Mar 26, 2020

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What if this could mostly be over in four to six weeks instead of a year or more? Sounds pretty good right.

According to experts in Australia and overseas, it is possible.

So what's the catch?

On the show today:

* What should people do if they have mild cold and flu symptoms but do not meet the testing criteria?

* What do we know about general health and surviving coronavirus? If your older and healthy, does that help?

* What's going on with male vs female stats?

* Should we now remove our shoes before coming back inside the house?

And Dr Norman Swan explains that tantalising plan that could see life pretty much return to normal in only four to six weeks.

Three tips on how to convince friends and family to stay home Mar 25, 2020

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It seems many people still haven't got the message about the importance of social distancing.

And some Coronacast listeners are saying they're still struggling to convince friends and family to take it seriously and stop acting in ways that could spread the virus.

So today Dr Norman Swan has three tips to help you convince your loved ones to take notice.

On today’s show:

* How do you convince friends and family to take coronavirus seriously?* What's the difference between COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2?* Why can't Australia make our own testing kits?* Kids question: Clara wants to know why coronavirus is so bad* Kids question: Ezra wants to know what happens if you get coronavirus and another virus at the same time. Will they mix?

And Dr Norman Swan explains what the World Health Organisation megatrial testing four possible coronavirus treatments is all about.

How do I stay fit (and not go crazy) if I can't go outside? Mar 24, 2020

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If you're in coronavirus quarantine and going a bit stir-crazy, you might be wondering if exercise can help.

It can – but which type of exercise is best, and how do you get it done if you can’t get outside?

On the show today:

* Can COVID-19 be transmitted by mosquitos?

* How virulent is it instead of the flu?

* What can the bushfires teach us about the importance of My Health Record? Plus, we answer a couple of questions from kids – but we’re looking for more, for a special kids-only edition.

Record your question with an iPhone or Android and email the file to coronacast@abc.net.au and we might include it!

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