The total number of positive cases for the coronavirus (COVID-19) has risen to four in the Northern Grampians Shire area.
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These cases contribute to the 769 cases in Victoria - an increase of 84 from yesterday.
One death was recorded overnight in Victoria, a man in his 80's in a Melbourne hospital which brings the total to four deaths.
The Northern Grampians Shire area recording its first positive results on March 25, second on March 27 and the third yesterday.
The total number of cases includes 419 men and 346 women, with people aged from 3 to 88.
There are 21 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Victoria that may have been acquired through community transmission.
More than 39,000 Victorians have been tested to date.
Currently 26 people are in hospital, including four patients in intensive care, 193 people have recovered.
A number of cases remain under investigation.
The Department of Health and Human Services follows up and monitors all close contacts of confirmed cases and provides them with information and support.
All close contacts must self-isolate for 14 days.
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