Hunter New England Health has reported 48 new COVID-19 cases from the Narrabri Shire as of 8pm last night.
There is now a total of 332 COVID-19 cases recorded from the Narrabri Shire (or from people with a Narrabri Shire address), according to HNELHD.
HNELHD reported a total of 3,424 new COVID-19 cases diagnosed to 8pm last night for its district.
Of the 13,974 total active cases, 89 are receiving care in our hospitals and nine are in ICU.
Sadly a man and a woman in their 60s from the Lake Macquarie area died at John Hunter Hospital. Both had received two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine and had underlying health conditions.
“Our sincere condolences go out to their family and friends,” said HNELHD in a statement.
Hunter New England Health said vaccinations will soon be available for children aged 5 years and older, starting January 10.
“Children in this cohort receive a third of a normal dose and require two vaccinations eight weeks apart.”
HNELHD said to ensure children have the best possible experience, bookings are required.
Appointments can be made online via: https://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au/booking/
If you have any trouble booking online please call 1800 571 155.
“We urge anyone who is yet to receive their vaccination to do so and book in for a booster if eligible,” said HNELHD in a statement
“While hubs across the district are accepting walk-ins, booking an appointment is the best way to guarantee a spot and ensure the most efficient experience.
“Testing capacity in NSW is under enormous pressure.
“The only people getting a PCR (nose and throat swab) should be those who have COVID-19 symptoms; live in a household with a confirmed COVID-19-positive case; or have otherwise been advised by NSW Health to get tested.
“Masks are mandatory in all non-residential indoor settings and we strongly encourage everyone to wear a mask in any situation where they cannot socially distance.”
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