Face Of Nation International : This morning health authorities revealed that two men, both aged in their 70s, died in Melbourne hospitals overnight.At a press conference this afternoon, Health Minister Jenny Mikakos confirmed a third man, also in his 70s, had died from COVID-19.
Victoria’s Chief Health Officer Brett Sutton said all three men had pre-existing health conditions, and were at higher risk because of their age.Victoria has now recorded 520 cases in total, and 54 new people have tested positive to the virus in the past day.
Ms Mikakos said there were nine confirmed cases of community transmission in the state.Fourteen people are in hospital, including three in intensive care. (Source : abc news, australia)
