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[QUOTE="kingofnobbys, post: 1988094, member: 81934"] 2 APR 2022 = DELTA WAVE Day 290 & BA1/BA2 TSUSAMI Day 114 & BA2 TSUSAMI (March/April 2022) NSW PT1 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 1/4/2022 EXTRACT NSW Health is today reporting the deaths of two men with COVID-19. A man in his 50s from western NSW had received four doses of a COVID-19 vaccine and had significant underlying health conditions. A man in his 70s from the Central Coast was not vaccinated and had significant underlying health conditions. NSW Health expresses its sincere condolences to their loved ones. This brings the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in NSW since the beginning of the pandemic to 2,433. There are currently 1,345 COVID-19 cases admitted to hospital, including 43 people in intensive care, 13 of whom require ventilation. There were 25,495 positive test results notified in the 24 hours to 4pm yesterday – including 15,172 positive rapid antigen tests (RATs) and 10,323 positive PCR tests. The 10,323 positive PCR results were returned from a total of 58,476 PCR tests. There has now been a total of 703,564 positive RATs recorded since reporting began on 13 January 2022. Following further investigation, 27 COVID-19 cases detected by PCR tests have been excluded and 1,069 cases previously reported as RAT-positive have been confirmed as PCR-positive cases, bringing the total number of cases detected by PCR tests in NSW since the beginning of the pandemic to 1,139,325 1/4/2022 BREAKDOWN BY LHD [IMG]https://i.postimg.cc/15qssbkq/1apr2022-DAILY-LOCAL-CASES-BY-LHD-NSW.png[/IMG] 01 April 2022 Free flu vaccine for those at higher risk NSW Health is urging higher risk individuals including pregnant women, children aged under five years, seniors and Aboriginal people to book in now for a free flu shot. With international borders reopening, increased social mixing and lower exposure to influenza over the past two years, people will be more vulnerable to the virus. Executive Director, Health Protection NSW, Dr Richard Broome said the vaccine rollout commenced last month, as Federal Government supplies became available. “Orders have already been distributed to many aged cared facilities, Aboriginal Medical Services and pharmacies, and will continue over the coming weeks,” Dr Broome said. “Everyone six months and older is recommended to get a flu jab but particularly those high risk groups, as the virus is extremely contagious and potentially deadly. “If you live in an aged or disability care facility, are aged over 65 or are immunocompromised, now is the time to book in. We also recommend a COVID-19 winter booster, as both flu and COVID-19 vaccines can be given at the same time.” People aged 65 and over are recommended to have the enhanced quadrivalent vaccine (Fluad® Quad) which stimulates a greater immune response in this age group who are known to have a weaker response to vaccination. For the first time this year, free flu vaccine for those aged 65 years and over will also be available from pharmacies. When people book, they should ask their pharmacist or GP about the right vaccine for them and importantly, that the service has it in stock. Providers can order further doses of vaccine throughout the season. Flu vaccine is free for children aged six months to under five years; Aboriginal people; pregnant women; people aged 65 years and over; and others at higher risk of severe flu illness such as those with diabetes, serious heart, lung, kidney or liver disease, immunosuppression and obesity. 01 April 2022 Two confirmed cases of Japanese encephalitis in NSW NSW Health is urging the community to stay vigilant and take precautions against mosquito bites following confirmation that a further two NSW residents were infected with Japanese encephalitis (JE) earlier this year. A total of 10 NSW residents have now been infected with JE, with the latest two confirmed cases in the Riverina region. The ninth case is a young man from Carrathool Shire LGA whose infection onset was in January. The 10th case is a man aged in his 70s from Lockhart Shire LGA whose infection onset was in late February. early evidence shows mosquito numbers are declining it remains important that people throughout the state continue to take steps to avoid mosquito bites. Recent flooding in the Northern Rivers Region has led to an increase in local mosquito populations so people in this area need to be particularly vigilant. The JE virus is spread by mosquitoes and can infect animals and humans. The virus cannot be transmitted between humans, and it cannot be caught by eating pork or other pig products. There is no specific treatment for JE, which can cause severe neurological illness with headache, convulsions and reduced consciousness in some cases. It’s important to avoid being bitten by mosquitos. Simple actions you can take include: Avoid going outdoors during peak mosquito times, especially at dawn and dusk, and close to wetland and bushland areas. Wear long sleeves and pants outdoors (reduce skin exposure). Also wear shoes and socks where possible. There are insecticides (e.g. permethrin) available for treating clothing for those spending extended periods outdoors. Apply repellent to all areas of exposed skin, especially those that contain DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus which are the most effective against mosquitoes. The strength of a repellent determines the duration of protection with the higher concentrations providing longer periods of protection. Always check the label for reapplication times. Reapply repellent after swimming. The duration of protection from repellent is also reduced with perspiration, such as during strenuous activity or hot weather so it may need to be reapplied more frequently. Apply the sunscreen first and then apply the repellent. Be aware that DEET-containing repellents may decrease the sun protection factor (SPF) of sunscreens so you may need to re-apply the sunscreen more frequently. For children in particular - most skin repellents are safe for use on children aged three months and older when used according to directions, although some formulations are only recommended for children aged 12 months and older - always check the product. Infants aged under three months can be protected from mosquitoes by using an infant carrier draped with mosquito netting that is secured along the edges. If camping, ensure the tent has fly screens to prevent mosquitoes entering. Mosquito coils and other devices that release insecticides can assist reducing mosquito bites but should be used in combination with topical insect repellents. Reduce all water holding containers around the home where mosquitoes could breed. Mosquitoes only need a small amount of liquid to breed. 1/4/2022 BREAKDOWN BY AGE GRP [IMG]https://i.postimg.cc/wvnxkHK9/1apr2022-age-breakdown-of-cases-nsw.png[/IMG] Reff = 7day cases mvg avg (t) / 7day cases mvg avg (t-4) Calculated with a 4-day ratio (today's 7-day moving average / moving average 4 days ago) using true daily cases. 1/4/2022 NSW Reff = 1.01 1/4/2022 NSW PCR POSITIVITY = 17.7% [/QUOTE]
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