The AMA (WA) has compiled the following guidance and information to support healthcare settings in preparation for the opening of WA’s borders and the widespread transmission of COVID-19 within our community.
The AMA (WA) has compiled the following guidance and information to support healthcare settings in preparation for the opening of WA’s borders and the widespread transmission of COVID-19 within our community.
The page below expands on these principles, and offers guides and sources for materials and services, with some services available from the AMA (WA). The AMA (WA) has also been lobbying for the timely development and release of protocols and clinical guidelines.
The AMA (WA) has been working tirelessly since Premier McGowan confirmed WA’s border reopening plans, advocating among a number of things, that WA Health develop and adopt a detailed Health Care Worker Risk Assessment Matrix, along the lines of the document released by NSW Health. Read NSW Health’s risk assessment matrix here.
This page will be regularly updated to provide the most contemporary information and advice.
WA Health is Western Australia’s public health system, consisting of the Department of Health, Child and Adolescent Health Service, North Metropolitan Health Service, South Metropolitan Health Service, East Metropolitan Health Service, WA Country Health Service, Health Support Services, PathWest and the Quadriplegic Centre.
Australian Government Department of Health develops and delivers policies and programs, and advises the Australian Government on health, aged care and sport.
AMA Medical Products is a leading national distributor and supplier of medical product solutions. It is a subsidiary business of the AMA (WA) and members receive a 5 per cent discount on all purchases.
OzSAGE is a multi-disciplinary network of Australian experts from a broad range of sectors relevant to the well-being of the Australian population during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) supports general practice, funds local primary healthcare services based on the needs of the community and connects local services to simplify the healthcare system. WAPHA operates all three Primary Health Networks in WA.
Disclaimer: The AMA (WA) has made every effort to ensure that, at the date of publication, the information contained in this fact sheet is free from errors and omissions, consistent with applicable laws and guidelines, and that all opinions, advice and information drawn upon to compile it have been provided by professionals in good faith.
Last updated: 8 March 2022