COVID-19 advice for health professionals

COVID-19 advice for health professionals

Guidance,
Last updated

This resource offers COVID-19 guidance for health professionals, including infection prevention, antiviral treatments, and telehealth services. It advises on managing high-risk patients, accessing personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintaining hygiene standards. It is essential for ensuring safe healthcare delivery, particularly in aged care settings during the pandemic. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 July 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Author
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
External Link
https://www.health.gov.au/topics/covid-19/health-sector/health-professionals
Key Theme
Infection prevention and control
Standard
4: The Environment
5: Clinical Care
Outcomes
4.2: Infection prevention and control
5.2: Preventing and controlling infections in clinical care
COVID-19 advice for health professionals
 

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.