Victoria grapples with coronavirus surge as infections rise among healthcare workers

Victoria recorded 317 new cases on Thursday, the largest ever daily increase of any state or territory.

The Victorian government is cutting back on some non-essential health services as a growing number of coronavirus infections are linked to hospitals and aged care services across Melbourne.

Almost 400 healthcare workers have tested positive for COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic, with hundreds more across the state in isolation to stop the infection spreading further. Victoria records 317 new coronavirus cases in biggest daily increase of any state or territory "This will mean that private hospitals will be able to assist us with undertaking urgent surgery," Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos said on Thursday.

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