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COVID strain in VIC highly infectious particularly to under 21s

May 28, 2021

Victoria is waking up to the first full day of lockdown, as a highly infectious COVID-19 strain continues to spread across the state. Epidemiologists such as Professor Neil Ferguson are concerned that under 21s seem to be more likely to be infected by this strain, B.1.617. Patients with this variant have reported unusual viral symptoms, including abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Experts have reported that the strain can be anywhere from 20 – 80% more infectious. This has allowed it to spread so rapidly across Victoria. Usually it takes 5-6 days from symptom onset for another case to appear; with this strain, it can be transmitted in a day. As more and more variants of this nature arise, we need to remain alert; stay COVID safe, and get vaccinated as soon as possible.

The CPAP Clinic is a leading Australian provider of Respiratory, Sleep Disorders, Cardiology and PPE services and products. Based in Sydney, it has a network of 40 clinics nationwide.