Reinfection rates are climbing, so preventative measures like masking are important even if you've already had Covid, experts say. Photo / Michael CraigReinfection rates are climbing, so preventative measures like masking are important even if you've already had Covid, experts say. Photo / Michael CraigThere are 7461 new community cases of Covid today, as health officials warn of a "significant increase" in people requiring hospital care. Photo / Natalie SladeWiles said Kiwis were not unified in their approach to public health measures, which she found "frustrating". There's an added benefit to masking and other basic hygiene measures - experts say they also help protect against monkeypox.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 10, 2022 17:34 UTC