steph oconnell

Strategic communications, Public Health and immunisation advocate, writer, podcaster.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

Meningococcal is in a critical new era. Vaccinate, educate, stay up to date now. https://t.co/DrbMYB39KK

[Patricia Karvelas @PatsKarvelas]

My heart is broken after today’s news. Vale to a towering figure. Vale Yunupingu

[NSW Health @NSWHealth]

NSW Health is advising the community to be aware of the signs and symptoms of rare but severe, invasive bacterial infections following recent increases in cases.

[Raina MacIntyre @Globalbiosec]

"Halton report warns of repeating Morrison errors" - Halton steered the ship during 09 flu pandemic & has huge knowledge &understanding of pandemic management & vaccines w her leadership of @CEPIvaccines. She hits the nail on the head. https://t.co/GkgtBTbedc via @SatPaper

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

@CreakyJointsAus @LightForRiley @immunisationgap #Australia

[NSW Health @NSWHealth]

NSW Health is advising the community to be aware of the signs and symptoms of rare but severe, invasive bacterial infections following recent increases in cases.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

@JulieLeask @DanchinMargie Well deserved. Congratulations, Professor.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

You know the drill. Mask on, folks. newsGP - New variants expected to supplant BA.5 in Australia https://t.co/HS1G6KzoPi

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

New tuberculosis vaccine possible in five years as researchers say vaccine effectiveness waning https://t.co/fUWTSv5LPM via @ABCaustralia

[Dr Eric Levi @DrEricLevi]

Another day and another confusion about absolute statements.

“I had COVID and I had been vaccinated, so the vaccine does not work.”

The vaccine reduces severity. The vaccine reduces risk of dying. The vaccine does work. The vaccine protects.

[Dr Gemma L Saravanos @GLSaravanos]

Time to modify hospital #IPC guidelines for respiratory viruses? These experts suggest a universal set of precautions including gowns, gloves, eye protection, respirators & ventilation. I’m adding in vaccines for HCW & patients #Influenza #COVID19 #RSV

[Stephen Parnis @SParnis]

It used to be that emergency presentations rose 5% per year. It's more like 5% per quarter now.
With widespread delays to care, I think it's important to acknowledge the patience & understanding of the vast majority of people we treat.
Thank you. It's an honour to care for you.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

#Meningococcal season.Hard to read this story. 👏 #parents and #Family. Act fast, listen to your instinct when something is not right. Meningococcal is hard to diagnose. A rash is not always present. #australia #prevention #vaccination https://t.co/NqBtxhVggh via @careopinionau

[Dr Gemma L Saravanos @GLSaravanos]

More needs to be done to make sure existing vaccines are easy to access and that we have resilient infrastructure for the introduction of future vaccines #TB, #dengue & Respiratory Syncytial Virus #RSV

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

@KBalson @vanbadham Is it premature to suggest the Prince bang out RESPECT with a chorus line of back up singers from a private men's club of choice in leisurewear ?

[Julie Leask AO @JulieLeask]

Since the pandemic, the WHO SEAR has seen declines in routine immunisation coverage for children, adolescents, and pregnant women. Eg, DTP coverage declined from a high of 91% in 2019 to 82% in 2021. Countries are now making intensive efforts with some making good recovery. 3/9

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

@IpseDixitCicero Love a poet that can make decapitation romantic.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

Work from home rocks. These fluffy, little tawny frogmouth owls kept me company at my desk all day. Nice spot to snooze. #wildlife #workfromhome #auspol #Australian

[Dr Gemma L Saravanos @GLSaravanos]

#RSV is the second most common cause of infant mortality & is a major cause of illness in young children & older adults. Efforts to develop an RSV vaccine or immunoprophylaxis remain highly active - 33 candidates are in clinical development. Excellent updated summary here…

[Rosemary Ainley @rosieainley]

Are you an Aussie on #Methotrexate for #AutoimmuneArthritis? There are lots of misconceptions out there about this common drug. The latest @CreakyJointsAus Patient PrepRheum podcast episode will help you sort the fact from the fiction. Check out the accompanying audio guide, too.

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

Meningococcal can kill within hours. Know the symptoms. Vaccinate now. "Anyone who wants to protect themselves against meningococcal should talk to their doctor"
https://t.co/H5Y0hc7jJT

[steph oconnell @stephoc]

It's Meningococcal season. Know the symptoms, act fast, speak to a healthcare professional about vaccination. #auspol #NSW #Australia
NSW issues alert for meningococcal disease after Splendour in the Grass attendee dies, another tests positive - ABC News https://t.co/YljBCzD8O6