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Health workers voice PPE woes in coronavirus fight – SBS News
Health workers have told a survey they have limited access to the protective gear they need to safely fight coronavirus, but authorities say it’s being distributed.
Victoria might need to improve getting protective equipment to health workers, but there are no issues with availability in the state, the premier says.
Daniel Andrews’ comments on Monday came in response to ongoing concerns about the availability of proper PPE for health workers.
The Royal Australasian College of Physicians surveyed its members and found 20 per cent of respondents in public hospitals were forced to source their own PPE.
“The distribution network is, I think, working well. Bu…
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