Victoria cases decline amid calls for higher vaccine uptake

Victoria is on track to safely reopen after declining COVID cases but there is a push for more residents to be vaccinated. There have been renewed calls for essential workers to get the jab after revelations a COVID-infected traffic controller from a Moonee Ponds testing clinic was not vaccinated. Rapid COVID testing - which is able to provide almost immediate results - is up for discussion, as it could see large crowds reinstated at venues and at events. However, Australia’s fight against the virus still relies on the vaccine, and the AstraZeneca developer says mixed messaging about Australia’s vaccine rollout could cost lives. The Therapeutic Goods Administration has assured the risk of blood clots is minimal and with a higher vaccine uptake, future lockdowns could be prevented. Via news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site https://www.news.com.au