Professor of Epidemiology @UNSW with an eye on infection at all times. Advisor to @WHO Health Emergencies IPC Preparedness, Readiness and Response to COVID-19

Sydney, New South Wales
Joined December 2015
Three layers to the mask- water repellent material on outside; middle layer- polyester; and the side facing your mouth-breathable close weave cotton (e.g. Quilters cotton).
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
“There are 3 things happening in Victoria. One is a community outbreak & that's quite complex & I think that it's about 28% ... There's about 21% related to travellers coming back … Then there's health provision & that's about 14%.” - Prof @MarylouiseMcla1, @UNSW #abc730
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
Victoria has recorded five consecutive days with new #COVID19 infections - and cases are likely to continue to rise if extra precautions, like wearing face masks, aren’t taken in virus hot spots, says @UNSWMedicine's Prof @MarylouiseMcla1. 😷3aw.com.au/melburnians-urged…
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Injection of Hope: The hunt for a COVID-19 vaccine abc.net.au/4corners/injectio…
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We are in uncharted territory- lifting restrictions without 0 cases over 2 incubation periods. 😷Low but persistent cases in NSW & Victoria. 😷Wear a good, 3 layer home made mask & keep the mouth shut wearing it, to reduce chance of infection by up to 70%.tinyurl.com/y8llm7e3
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You can achieve between 10-70% depending on quality. The WHO recommends cloth mask with 3 layers and this should provide protection towards the higher end of this range.
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Commuters and close contact workers- if you wear a good, 3 layer home made mask AND keep your mouth shut while you wear it, you’ll reduce chance of infection by up to 70%. For latest @WHO mask info- tinyurl.com/y8llm7e3 #COVID19 #WearAMask
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
Next week we’re hosting a series of online events exploring how to advance your career with postgraduate studies at @UNSW. 💻🏥💊 Join us at Meet the Masters on 15-18 June to connect with industry experts, world-leading academics & more. Register now: conference.unsw.edu.au/en/me…
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, especially before eating, cooking, or feeding others to prevent the spread of germs. Find out more ways to protect yourself and others: preview.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/… #COVID19 #hygiene #COVIDau
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As we get back out there again, it’s up to all of us to stay COVID free by doing the 3. And if you’re feeling sick, stay at home and contact a doctor about testing. Together, we can reduce the risk of a second wave.
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Racism is a life and death epidemic for Black Aust. Can't condemn BlackLivesMatter rallies: Outdoors, most worn masks, most quiet keeping masks integrity. Collaboration btw authorities & public vital for continued resilience & mental health during COVID.
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
This is our WA COVID-19 update for Friday, 5 June 2020. For official information on COVID-19 in WA, visit wa.gov.au/covid19 facebook.com/MarkMcGowanMP/p…
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Pleased with our committee's outcome - community 😷 use in crowds "A UNSW Medicine Professor and advisor to the World Health Organisation says the WHO’s updated mask advice, released today, is timely news for Australia, too." newsroom.unsw.edu.au/news/he…
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Not just me who identified problems & limitations with COVIDSafe app. Instead of fearing academic critique, governments could listen & learn for improvement: COVIDSafe app designed for the wrong pandemic afr.com/technology/covidsafe…
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Not just me who identified problems & limitations with COVIDSafe app. Instead of fearing academic critique, governments could listen & learn for improvement: COVIDSafe app designed for the wrong pandemic afr.com/technology/covidsafe…
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
"When you’re exerting yourself, you’re really pushing the particles out from the lower part of your lungs." With gyms in NSW set to re-open, @UNSWMedicine experts @DrSachaSB and Prof @MarylouiseMcla1 explain how to stay safe. #COVID19 theguardian.com/lifeandstyle…
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Mary-Louise McLaws retweeted
"Children seem to need prolonged exposure." @UNSWMedicine epidemiologist Prof Mary-Louise McLaws (@MarylouiseMcla1) says parents should not be concerned about the latest #COVID19 outbreaks at two Waverley schools as both had acted quickly. smh.com.au/national/nsw/pare…
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