COVID Update - Monday 24 January 2022

As at 7pm on January 23, the total COVID-19 cases in the North West Hospital and Health Service is 734. Of these, 46 were reported in the last 24 hours.

North West Hospital and Health Service has aligned COVID-19 daily reporting with the Queensland Health’s COVID-19 statistics webpage, found here: https://bit.ly/covid-19-statistics-qldhealth. These figures are updated daily and reflect the latest numbers as at 7pm on the previous day and include a location breakdown of cases. There are changes to visitor restrictions for public hospitals across Queensland to ensure the ongoing safety of patients and staff. Please be mindful that there is a maximum of two visitors permitted for each patient in most patient settings, with tighter restrictions in areas such as the emergency department and post-operative ward.

While you may still get the virus, the chances are lower, and you will be far less likely to get sick if you get a vaccination. You will also have a lower risk of spreading it to your family and friends.

Over 85% of North West Hospital and Health Service’s eligible population over the age of 16 has now received first and second COVID-19 vaccinations. Booster shots are critical to maximise your protection against COVID-19 and those aged 5-11 are strongly encouraged to come to one of our clinics for your vaccination.