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COVID-19 fragments found in Queensland wastewater from Cairns to Loganholme
Viral fragments of COVID-19 have been detected in sewage at treatment plants at four locations across the state, according to Queensland Health.
Key points:
- The tests were conducted on December 29 and 30
- Queensland recorded two new COVID-19 cases today, both overseas acquired
- Dr Young said it was important anyone in the Warwick, Stanthorpe, Loganholme and Cairns communities get tested immediately
Chief Health Officer Dr Jeannette Young said routine wastewater tests collected on December 29 and 30 returned positive results in Warwick, Stanthorpe, Loganholme and Cairns.
Dr Young said it’s particularly concerning in light of the ongoing situation in New South Wales and Victoria.
“A positive sewage result means that someone who has been infected…
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