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2021 won't see end of COVID-19 pandemic: WHO

Director General of the WHO Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

Director General of the WHO Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Source: AAP

Despite ongoing global vaccination efforts, a relaxation of general vigilance and pandemic restrictions is leading to an increase in daily new cases after last month's brief dip in numbers.


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By Sofija Petrovic

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Despite ongoing global vaccination efforts, a relaxation of general vigilance and pandemic restrictions is leading to an increase in daily new cases after last month's brief dip in numbers.


For health and support measures currently in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in your language, visit sbs.com.au/coronavirus


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