NZ has its own signature Covid Omicron lineage
Omicron outbreak now being dominated by multiple BA.2 lineages genetically linked to NZ.
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Police real-time drug tester a success
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Beyond the grave: How dead woman's remains could convict her alleged killer
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Testing plane sewage could offer extra Covid protection, says expert
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Covid-19: New cases' missing match 'hugely significant'
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Family member of Covid community cases tests positive
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No signs of Covid-19 in wastewater testing, but people urged to remain vigilant
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Air NZ saliva trial may offer NZ smarter test for Covid-19
Air NZ staff will be tested for Covid-19 using saliva samples in a new three-month trial.
Covid-19 smart science's next target: The flu
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ESR team's crucial Covid-19 work garners top award
ESR's crucial behind-the-scenes work on Covid-19 recognised with top science award.
New Covid-19 testing method could slash wait times
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