Australia's chief medical officer, Brendan Murphy, attempts to allay community fears about the spread of the coronavirus. 'It's clear that there is some anxiety in the community with over 100 cases, but I say … most of these cases are related to import from overseas … there is no point in being tested at the moment if you have not travelled or you have not been a contact.' Murphy adds, 'For most people who get this virus, it's a very mild illness.'

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