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The COVID-19 novel coronavirus is a new strain of coronavirus affecting humans.
Some coronaviruses can cause illness similar to the common cold and others can cause more serious diseases such as Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS).
This novel coronavirus is still new and as such we are still learning more about it.
The Queensland Government has developed a new range of resources to help build awareness of the importance of seeking help and support for people experiencing domestic and family violence.
This article is a reminder to watch out for signs of domestic violence in our communities and in particular for women who are pregnant. As this story states, expecting a child is a key risk factor for domestic violence beginning or escalating. We have republished the story below from The Conversation that has supporting research conducted by The Australian Institute of Family Studies.




