04Sep
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N95 Face Masks Are The Gold Standard In Coronavirus Protection

September 4, 2020By

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, P2 or N95 masks have been held up as the best protection against contaminants in the air, but their effectiveness can be severely reduced because one size does not fit all.
A national survey of doctors has revealed fit testing of masks is not happening across many Australian health workplaces.

Emergency department locum Dr Mian Bi surveyed more than 1,000 doctors working across Australia and New Zealand in hospitals, GP clinics and aged care and found only one in five were getting their masks properly fit-tested before they used it.

“When you are at the coalface, you want the best protection and know that you are safe,” he said.

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22Jun
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NSW Deputy Premier Says, Coronavirus Spike Mean Restrictions At Borders

June 22, 2020By

NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro says the State Government will discuss “managing” the number of people coming in from Victoria, after a surge in coronavirus cases south of the border.

More than 83 per cent of new cases in Australia over the past week were recorded in Victoria.

Mr Barilaro said the situation in Victoria could lead to restrictions being placed on travel.

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16May
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Tips From A Sleep Doctor To Kick Your Coronavirus Insomnia

May 16, 2020By

Anxiety due to the pandemic is taking a toll on sleep cycles of several people with a spurt in the number of people reporting insomnia.

Here are a few tips to help you sleep better:

  • Stop working in bed.
  • Get some exercise.
  • Avoid alcohol before going to bed.
  • Try out a relaxation app.
  • Limit your screen time before going to bed.
  • Step away from the news.
  • Talk to somebody.

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08May

30 Surfaces To Suspect For Corona Infection!

May 8, 2020By

You should be extremely careful with these 30 surfaces even if you are inside your home.

Here we go!

Covid 19

  1. Doorknobs
  2. Dishes
  3. Dirt in the pot
  4. Jewelry
  5. Silverware
  6. Mirrors
  7. Windows
  8. Countertops
  9. Phone
  10. Measuring cups
  11. Glass
  12. Furniture
  13. Deck
  14. Bus Seats
  15. Detergent Bottles
  16. Milk Containers
  17. Elevator Buttons
  18. Water Bottles
  19. Remote control
  20. Refrigerators
  21. Pots and Pans
  22. Sinks
  23. Backpacks
  24. Plastic Bags
  25. Cardboard Boxes
  26. Soda Cans
  27. Teakettles
  28. Pennies
  29. Steering Wheel
  30. Paper

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