Queensland has announced a major rule change for close contacts of confirmed Covid-19 cases as virus numbers reach new heights.
Chief health officer John Gerrard said the majority of the 269 cases active in the state had minimal symptoms.Just one patient, who has other medical conditions, is in intensive care as a precaution.
Tuesday’s figures were a jump on the 59 cases recorded on Monday though the numbers remain in line with what government has prepared for. However, the change in the ‘close contact’ rules will see many of these officers back out on the street in a couple of days.
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