Health officials and epidemiologists hope Melbourne's coronavirus lockdown could start to have an impact on case numbers within days, but warn the measures will only be successful if people follow restrictions.
Health officials and epidemiologists are hoping Melbourne's coronavirus lockdown could start to have an impact on case numbers within days, but have warned the measures will only be successful if people follow restrictions.
He said data showed movement across Melbourne was slowing even before the restrictions officially came into effect, which could have an impact as well. Under the new restrictions, people in the lockdown zones can only leave their house for four reasons: shopping for essential supplies, medical care or caregiving, work or education and exercise.
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