Australia's coronavirus death toll continues to rise, with authorities warning it is too early to think about lifting social distancing restrictions.
Australia's national coronavirus death toll has risen to 54, with deputy chief medical officer Paul Kelly saying it is too early to think about lifting Australia's social distancing measures.Australia's 54th coronavirus-related death was confirmed to be an elderly man who died at Tasmania's Northwest Regional Hospital, where there are now concerns for the health of staff.
“All staff who worked at the Northwest Regional Hospital in the medical or surgical wards will be asked to quarantine for 14 days," she said. "We will be providing accommodation for those staff who are unable to quarantine in their own homes.”
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