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"Held at the University of Melbourne, the forum was convened by the Australian
Academy of Science, the Australasian College for Infection Protection and
Control, the Burnet Institute and the Victorian Healthcare Association.
The goal was to raise awareness of the importance of worker and patient
protections from airborne pathogens in Victorian healthcare settings. It was an
opportunity to showcase practical solutions, discuss challenges, and to engage
with the audience.
Dr Bronwyn King AO opened proceedings by describing the state of play: despite
transmission of airborne pathogens in healthcare settings taking a huge toll on
both workers and patients, it is still not well recognised or well addressed.
She noted that airborne diseases such as influenza, RSV and COVID-19 can have
acute and long-term health impacts, interrupt treatment for cancer patients,
worsen outcomes for those suffering other conditions and, according to recent
data, may even “awaken” cancer cells in patients with a history of breast
cancer.
On a positive note, Dr King pointed to bodies around the world, including some
in Australia, working towards establishing indoor air quality guidelines,
standards, and policies. She also reiterated the vital role of education,
engineering solutions and prioritising health and safety of both healthcare
workers and patients, in achieving better health outcomes, before introducing
the panel."
Via Violet Blue’s
Threat Model - Covid: September 11, 2025
https://www.patreon.com/posts/covid-september-138633520
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
