'Go hard, go early' was the playbook when there was a Delta outbreak in Victoria in early August.

But nearly two months later the state is on the same curve as NSW was.

So why is Victoria tracking the same way NSW did when it responded more quickly? And does it mean we can expect the curve to bend when vaccination rates rise?

Also on today's show:

* If I successfully fend of an infection, does that help my immune system?

* What's the ideal gap for AstraZeneca vaccination?

* Quick Fire Friday returns with: What Would Norman Do?