Australian health care workers experience of PPE related side-effects. A cross-sectional survey

Australian health care workers experience of PPE related side-effects. A cross-sectional survey

IntroductionProtection of health care workers (HCWs) is a fundamental aspect of an effective pandemic response. During the COVID-19 pandemic, frequency, and duration of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use increased. The experience of PPE-related side-effects has potential to contribute to decrea...

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Main Authors:	Karen McKenna, Stephane Bouchoucha, Bernice Redley, Anastasia Hutchinson
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-02-01
Series:	Frontiers in Public Health
Subjects:	COVID-19 personal protective equipment pandemic healthcare workers side effects pressure injuries
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1325376/full

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