There have been another 42 cases of COVID reported in North West Queensland in the past 24 hours.
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As at 7pm on January 16, there were 493 positive cases of COVID-19 in the North West with 42 reported on Monday. It follows 33 cases on Friday.
North West Hospital and Health Service has aligned COVID-19 daily reporting with the Queensland Health's COVID-19 statistics webpage, found at https://bit.ly/covid-19-statistics-qldhealth. These figures are updated daily and reflect the latest numbers as at 7pm on the previous day and include a location breakdown of cases.
Boulia is now the only shire in Queensland to be COVID free.
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The Chief Health Officer stated in a recent press conference, that "if you are unvaccinated, you are nine times more likely to end up in hospital than if you have received a booster vaccination, that is three doses of vaccine". Get vaccinated and ensure follow-up with your second dose and booster dose.
Given widespread transmission of COVID-19, community members are strongly urged to consider movement through Queensland as a risk for infection. This is particularly the case in vulnerable communities. Ensure social distancing is maintained, perform regular hand hygiene, wear masks when required and monitor for symptoms.
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