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Issue 047

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3 years ago

July 27, 2021

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What’s on in Issue 047?

NSW Covid outbreak doesn’t look good

Amid the politicking, blaming and panicked rhetoric of NSW’s daily Covid update, there was a surprising number of insights into why the state is struggling to bring this outbreak under control, and what’s coming.

AstraZeneca urged by ATAGI for adults in NSW

All adults in Greater Sydney should “strongly consider” getting vaccinated with any available vaccine, including AstraZeneca, Australia’s expert vaccines body says. The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) said the new advice was being issued because of the increasing risk of COVID-19 in the city, and emerging data on the severity of the Delta strain.

A young student died as a COVID-19 victim

An accounting student in her 30s has been remembered as “hardworking” and “an amazing friend” after her death from COVID-19. Adriana Midori Takara, 38, had no underlying health conditions but the Brazilian national’s condition deteriorated quickly after contracting the Delta strain. She died in the early hours of Sunday at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney’s inner west, about 10 days after contracting the virus.

Weekly covid news in Australia

Potential community transmission
Pregnant women now eligible to vaccination
“No-questions-asked” mental health days
2021 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence
Trans-Tasman bubble on paused
Racism against Australian Muslims

Worldwide COVID news

Bali running out of oxygen
Malaysia’s cases top 1 million
Match cancelled as more athletes test positive
Anti-lockdown protests
Germany considers restrictions for unvaccinated

Alyssa suffered still agreed with vaccination

Being 40 years old, Alyssa Kent never expected to have a massive stroke and end up in a coma. But that’s what happened after Alyssa suffered a rare case of blood clotting as a result of having the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. She still believes vaccinating the population is the best way for Australia to emerge from the pandemic.

COVID vaccine plans tweaked

A growing list of countries have switched up their vaccination strategies in recent weeks as they race to control surges in Delta COVID-19 cases. Several countries have been relying on China’s Sinovac vaccinations. But Jin Dong-Yan, professor of molecular virology at the University of Hong Kong, told the ABC the effectiveness of Sinovac could become a concern.

These stats predicts Sydney’s lockdown situation

The number of infections since the Delta variant was first identified in the eastern suburbs last month is approaching 2,000. Daily updates show figures in several key COVID indicators are climbing. Ms Berejiklian said she would be working hard over the weekend on a blueprint out of the crisis.

5 interesting facts about the Summer Olympics

With the 2021 Tokyo Olympics has begun, let’s take a look at some interesting facts about the Summer Games which will take you by surprise.

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Published

10 months ago

July 17, 2023

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What is Blessing CALD?

“Blessing CALD” celebrates diversity, promotes inclusivity, and fosters understanding among multicultural and minority communities in Australia. We aim to bridge cultural gaps through knowledge and information, creating meaningful connections.

Initially focused on distributing COVID-19 information in multiple languages, we have expanded our platform to cater to the diverse interests and needs of our community.

Here, you can not only find Local and Worldwide News, but also explore the Food cultures (Let’s cook! Or if you’re finding new restaurants, check our recommendations!) , gain online experiences of other cultures, and discover different ways of Lifestyle.

Blessing CALD gives information in English and multi-languages, available in Chinese, Arabic, Greek, Italian, etc. Besides only publish articles, we also provides audios and radio news (by NEMBC), so that you can listen to the news instead of only read them, it’s a easy way to improve your English!