Covid 19
MARCH 2020
"There is so much stigma attached." Bettina's two children were hospitalised with COVID-19.
“I’m anxious at the thought of no human contact": 17 women on what it's like isolating alone.
How long does the virus stay on surfaces? All your COVID-19 questions, answered by an expert.
$11,000 fines and 6 months in prison: The COVID-19 penalties in each state and territory.
'We had to say goodbye to him on Facetime.' Sandra lost her father-in-law to COVID-19.
Sweden under fire for 'relaxed' coronavirus approach – here's the science behind it.
A two person limit for gatherings: What you need to know from Scott Morrison's latest press conference.
'My grief is on hold.' The unique pain of losing someone you love while in self-isolation.
"An early positive sign": What we just learnt from Scott Morrison's latest press conference.
What you need to know about COVID-19 today, Sunday March 29.
'Dear fellow single parent: I feel your fear.'
'I went into early lockdown with my kids. It showed me what they were missing.'
The front lines of the crisis: 19 photos from COVID-19 hospitals around the world.
From fostering a dog to buying coffee for a nurse: 6 small ways you can help out right now.
What you need to know about COVID-19 today, Saturday March 28.
"Now the threat isn't just imagined": What it's like to have anxiety during COVID-19.
Coronavirus pandemic is a disaster for the world, but a few good things might emerge from it.
'At midnight on the 1st of April, my dream stops being a possibility.'
A round of applause and a happy birthday: The glimpses of light from around the world.
From doctors to scientists, our kids' heroes will look different this year.
"Giving my 92yo Nanna a hug.": 30 women on what they'll never take for granted again.
'The ingredients required for birth are being disrupted.' The truth about a COVID-19 baby boom.
'My children are petrified of me.' The reality of being a paramedic right now.
Prince Charles, 71, has tested positive for coronavirus.
OPINION: "Scott Morrison, I may stand alone, but I applaud you. And I respect you."
"My heart has broken." 40 women share the moment the COVID-19 pandemic became real for them.
"I am absolutely terrified": The reality of giving birth in 2020.
Party Zero: Inside the birthday party responsible for spreading COVID-19 across the globe.
'The curve could flatten in a couple of weeks.' 3 things to make you feel better about COVID-19 right now.
Can I go for a walk? Exactly what exercise you can and can't do outside right now.
'Teaching is not your job.' A school principal's reassuring message for parents.
"There's so much I want to achieve." 28-year-old COVID-19 patient's message to young people.
'What if I can't pay rent?': Your financial questions on how to get through COVID-19, answered.
'The mums in my WhatsApp group are turning on each other over sending their kids to school.'
From Maryland to Moscow, here are 15 photos that show how COVID-19 is changing the way we live.
Coronavirus: three ways the crisis may permanently change our lives.
"For us, it's about survival." The reality for disabled Australians during COVID-19.
OPINION: Why is the Prime Minister scolding Australians as our lives fall apart?
"It’s a scary and uncertain time." 22 women share what it feels like to be pregnant right now.
The entire world is in pain right now. But please don't think yours is too small to matter.
"I went to a wedding on the weekend and now I feel like an idiot. But hear me out."
Too many spokespeople and contradictions: Australia's COVID-19 PR problem needs to be fixed.
'I'm a wedding photographer. From what I see at weddings, they need to stop right now.'
What you need to know about COVID-19 today, Monday March 23.
A comprehensive list of the high-profile names who have tested positive to COVID-19.
"We are in a war against the virus." Prime Minister Scott Morrison's sobering 60 Minutes interview.
Shutdown stage one: Everything we learnt from Scott Morrison's latest press conference.
An ode to our teachers, who are proving to be true superheroes during the coronavirus outbreak.
Over the next 48 hours, NSW and Victoria will shut down all non-essential services.
In this time of self-isolation, it's more important than ever to come together as a community.
In the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, Emma and Scott's wedding became front-page news.
'7 weeks ago, I left Australia for the adventure of a lifetime. Yesterday, I was forced to fly home.'
'The teachers of Australia are not prepared or equipped to deal with the COVID-19 crisis.'
'I cancelled all my daughters' playdates this weekend. It was the last cruel blow for them.'
There is a potential cure for COVID-19. And, testing begins in Australian hospitals next week.
"We've only been dating for 3 weeks." Starting a relationship in the age of COVID-19.
CONSTANCE HALL: "I don't know if my marriage will survive this virus."
Bracelet-making and 'sensory trays': 17 genius ways parents are keeping their kids occupied at home.
OPINION: "Now is not the time to tell me to ‘heal’ by ‘slowing down’."
Swabs, long waits, and self-isolation: Exactly what happens when you are tested for COVID-19.
"A huge mess is about to happen." Italians have recorded messages to themselves 10 days ago.
Grab some batteries because science says you should be masturbating during self-isolation.
"Can I travel interstate?" All your questions about Australia's new rules, answered.
OPINION: Stop pointing to Singapore to say we should keep schools open. We are not Singapore.
If you're a new mum feeling extra isolated right now, Sylvia Jeffreys wants you to reach out.
Podcasting in cupboards and pet coworkers: What it's like running Mamamia in isolation.
"As an Australian teacher right now, I feel like a sacrificial lamb."
Gogglebox's Isabelle Silbery: 'It shouldn’t take a pandemic to remind us to look out for our oldies.'
"How early is too early to drink?" 12 tweets that sum up parenting in the age of COVID-19.
3 things Contagion got right, and everything it got wrong, about a modern pandemic.
"4pm: Mum loses her sh*t." My (legit) timetable for staying in with the kids.
You're not imagining it. Everyone around you is breaking up right now.
What happened to the kind Australians who pulled together during the bushfires?
10 kid-friendly yoga poses and breathing techniques to help ease anxious young minds.
"I’m an ex-teacher, and I can tell you that social distancing at schools will not work."
"Don't you dare use COVID-19 as your opportunity to peddle alternative medicine."
"I'll see 200 students today." 6 teachers on how it felt to arrive at work this morning.
"SEND HELP." After a failed holiday, I’m now commencing self isolation with my 4-year-old.
"If I have a bed for you." Why thousands of Australians are sharing an intensive care specialist's message.
'Isolate teachers over 60.' A Victorian teacher's plea to the Australian government.
'The world feels hostile and unsafe.' COVID-19 could kill me, and I'm asking for kindness.
"It's a mixed message." Karl Stefanovic questions Scott Morrison's decision to keep schools open.
What you need to know about COVID-19 today, Monday March 16.
"No one left behind." Woolworths launches dedicated shopping hour for vulnerable shoppers after Lisa Wilkinson plea.
'You feel guilty and embarrassed.' The Today Show's Richard Wilkins on his COVID-19 diagnosis.
OPINION: ‘Closing schools isn't only about protecting students.'
"Comfort first, pants optional." 20 of the best tweets about suddenly working from home.
"Don't pass on your fear." 8 tips on what to tell your kids about coronavirus.
Not enough ventilators and collapsing ERs: What it's like inside Italy's hospitals right now.
We spoke to the guy who advised we “pandemic stash” toilet paper. He's clarified what he meant.
OPINION: If the coronavirus has taught us one thing, it’s that money is more important than your life.
OPINION: We need to stop saying coronavirus is "only" killing old people.
'No one wants to take a day off.' The pressure on doctors to continue to work when they're sick.
OPINION: 'Our holiday destination is in a state of emergency because of coronavirus. We're still going.'
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