British Prime Minister Boris Johnson with the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. The Oxford AstraZenica candidate has returned transformational results. (Photo: ABC)

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New vaccine efficacy fears as virus 'of most concern' mutates again in UK

The coronavirus mutation “of most concern” that could impact vaccine efficacy has occurred spontaneously in the UK variant, says a professor of outbreak medicine who is part of a panel that advises the government.

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Quarantine risk: Frightening figures show infections now 15 times more likely

As another state orders a lockdown after COVID-19 escaped hotel quarantine, new figures reveal why Queensland is so worried.

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A year into the pandemic, Palaszczuk wants Canberra to take over quarantine

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says it’s time for the federal government to take full responsibility for coronavirus quarantine across Australia.

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How Queensland tested its way to good health through 'battleground' of new strain

Greater Brisbane has secured its freedom from health restrictions. Testing at higher levels, and through new methods, may be a game changer.

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Unmasked: Premier says Brisbane '100 per cent' after brush with UK strain

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk today said Greater Brisbane was “100 per cent” on track to be given the all-clear to remove masks and go back to pre-Christmas restrictions.