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How is NCIRS supporting the COVID-19 pandemic response?

NCIRS staff are increasingly working in a range of capacities supporting the response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in Australia and the region. 

Our staff are providing support to NSW Health, commencing new surveillance and research activities, working on national committees and undertaking deployments with Australian and regional health agencies. Working with our many collaborators, we are providing expert input in this rapidly changing environment. 

Read more about how NCIRS is supporting the COVID-19 response here.

 

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