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Nonetheless, it is important that the public is assured that appropriate protections are in place. Within ACT Health facilities, guidelines for infection control, very similar to those in NSW health facilities are in place. The guidelines are directed towards control of the transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B and other communicable diseases in health care settings and aim to protect both patients and health care workers. In addition, the guidelines are constantly reviewed and updated in line with occupational health and safety standards.

As there are issues concerning confidentiality, privacy and the responsibility of health care workers and facilities, I have asked my Department to develop guidelines which address these issues in the context of the prevention of the transmission of HIV, Hepatitis B and similar communicable diseases. I anticipate these guidelines will be available by the end of September.

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