Coronavirus fact check: Doctor answers common COVID-19 questions
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Former President of the Australian Medical Association, Dr Mukesh Haikerwal, was the first general practitioner in Victoria to set up a drive through testing centre when he established one at his Altona North clinic. https://www.3aw.com.au/coronavirus-fact-check-doctor-answers-all-of-your-covid-19-questions/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Misinformation is spreading
As the crisis deepens, misinformation is also spreading. @EmilyRice28 @DrMukeshH #9News pic.twitter.com/cxi5hpTReE— 9News Melbourne (@9NewsMelb) March 13, 2020
Quarantine and self-isolation
More of us are facing being forced to stay home, whether through self-isolation or quarantine. But what is the difference between the two, and what does it mean for us and the people we live with? @DrMukeshH @Brett_McLeod #9News pic.twitter.com/q9Yp9yXEQh— 9News Melbourne (@9NewsMelb) March 18, 2020
The Drum – Thursday March 12th, 2020
Dr Mukesh Haikerwal AC discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and Australian response with the panel. Watch Episode
GPs are picking up the slack and turning to technology
Victoria's coronavirus hotline has been crippled under the weight of thousands of calls. GP's are picking up the slack and turning to technology to protect themselves, staff and other patients. @msanto92 #9News pic.twitter.com/jAprr0N1bW — 9News Melbourne (@9NewsMelb) March 10, 2020
Doctor takes to the car park to test for coronavirus
A leading Melbourne doctor has taken to swabbing patients for coronavirus in their cars amid fears GPs are ill-equipped to deal with a potential outbreak. Altona North GP Mukesh Haikerwal said his busy clinic was down to just five protective masks and doctors needed more support, both with equipment and guidance. Read more from The Age here.