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, by Tatianna Gerard AS/NZS 1715: What This Standard Means for Respirator Masks
Respirator masks play a critical role in protecting people from airborne hazards — from dust and fumes to infectious particles. In Australia and New Zealand,...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Common PPE Mistakes in Healthcare & Aged Care — and How to Prevent Them
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a critical part of infection prevention in healthcare and aged care environments. From protecting staff during routine care to reducing...
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, by Tatianna Gerard When to Replace Sundström SR 100 Respirator Filters (And How to Do It Properly)
Using a half face respirator for the first time can feel a little overwhelming — especially when it comes to filters. What goes where? How...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What Is the Nipah Virus? Key Facts to Know about the Current Outbreak
In recent weeks, the Nipah virus has been making headlines after new cases were confirmed in India, prompting heightened monitoring across parts of Asia and...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Cleaning Chemicals You Should Never Mix (and Why)
Mixing cleaning chemicals is one of the most common — and most dangerous — mistakes made during cleaning, both at home and in workplaces. It...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Are Airplane Cabins Full of Germs? Here’s What Research Says
Flying is part of everyday life for many people, whether for work or leisure. Airplanes are enclosed spaces, people sit close together, and flights can...
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, by Tatianna Gerard PPE for Droplet Precautions: The 4 Essential Items You Must Wear
When someone coughs, sneezes, or even talks, tiny respiratory droplets can travel through the air and spread infection to people nearby. That’s why PPE plays...
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, by Tatianna Gerard P100 & P3 Respirators in Healthcare: Do You Really Need That Level of Protection?
Most healthcare professionals are well-acquainted with surgical masks and N95/P2 respirators — they’re the standard go-to for infection control, airborne pathogen protection, and patient care....
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, by Tatianna Gerard Is There Mould Hiding Behind Your Paint? Why Painting Over It Doesn’t Work
You’ve scrubbed the mould spots off your bathroom wall, given it a fresh coat of paint, and everything looks clean again — for now. But...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What PPE Should You Wear for Radiation Protection?
Radiation is invisible, odourless, and potentially life-threatening — which makes protecting yourself from it very different from other workplace hazards. Unlike dust, chemicals, or biological...
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, by Tatianna Gerard How to Spot a Fake P2 or N95 Respirator Mask: A Buyer’s Guide
When it comes to protecting yourself from dust, bushfire smoke, or airborne pathogens, a quality mask isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. But here’s the problem:...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Chemotherapy Gloves vs. Medical Examination Gloves: Why the Difference Matters
In healthcare, gloves are one of the most basic — yet most critical — forms of personal protective equipment. They create a barrier against pathogens,...
