Cairns is on high alert after health authorities announced they were investigating a possible COVID-19 infection in the area.
Queensland Health revealed on Tuesday they were notified of a potential positive case, believed to be a maritime pilot."Queensland Health is aware of a notification of a potential positive COVID-19 case in the Cairns area. The case is yet to be confirmed," Queensland Health said in a statement. Queensland Health is aware of a notification of a potential positive COVID-19 case in the Cairns area. The case is yet to be confirmed.
"We are making all necessary preparations should it be positive, including extending testing hours at our clinics." Queensland's Chief Health Officer Doctor Jeannette Young said"parents need to be concerned" after nine of the new infections reported on Tuesday were among young children.
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