***IMPORTANT PPE UPDATE***

The Commonwealth successfully secured 500 million personal protective equipment (PPE) items for delivery between now and December (surgical and P2 masks, gowns, gloves). They are also working with local producers to ensure sustainability of stock.

The Australian Government already distributes masks through PHNs to general practices and pharmacies. In addition, they are now distributing PPE to:

Commonwealth-funded RACFs; E: agedcarecovidppe@health.gov.au

NDIS providers (service commenced this week); Email: NDISCOVIDPPE@health.gov.au

PPE continues to be a critical issue for our profession.

AMA Queensland will continue to call for consistent and clear information about where and when doctors can access the protective equipment required to do their jobs safely.