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Detection and quantification of viable but non-culturable Legionella pneumophila from water samples using flow cytometry-cell sorting and quantitative PCR by Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Ross, Kirstin E, Brown, Melissa H, Bentham, Richard, Best, Giles, Whiley, Harriet

“…is a waterborne pathogen and, as the causative agent of Legionnaires' disease, a significant public health concern. Exposure to environmental stresses, and…”
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Viral Filtration Efficiency of Fabric Masks Compared with Surgical and N95 Masks by Whiley, Harriet, Keerthirathne, Thilini Piushani, Nisar, Muhammad Atif, White, Mae A F, Ross, Kirstin E

“…In response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, current modeling supports the use of masks in community settings to reduce the transmission of…”
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The Presence of Opportunistic Premise Plumbing Pathogens in Residential Buildings: A Literature Review by Hayward, Claire, Ross, Kirstin E, Brown, Melissa H, Bentham, Richard, Whiley, Harriet

“…Opportunistic premise plumbing pathogens (OPPP) are microorganisms that are native to the plumbing environment and that present an emerging infectious disease…”
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Water as a Source of Antimicrobial Resistance and Healthcare-Associated Infections by Hayward, Claire, Ross, Kirstin E., Brown, Melissa H., Whiley, Harriet

“…Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are one of the most common patient complications, affecting 7% of patients in developed countries each year. The rise…”
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Water Stagnation and Flow Obstruction Reduces the Quality of Potable Water and Increases the Risk of Legionelloses by Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Ross, Kirstin E., Brown, Melissa H., Bentham, Richard, Whiley, Harriet

“…Legionella is an opportunistic waterborne pathogen associated with Legionnaires' disease and Pontiac fever. Despite improved public awareness, the incidence of…”
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The Application of Passive Sampling Devices in Wastewater Surveillance by Shakallis, Andreana G, Fallowfield, Howard, Ross, Kirstin E, Whiley, Harriet

“…Wastewater-based epidemiology (WBE) is a surveillance approach used to examine chemical and biological targets within a population. Historically, the most…”
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A Review of Strongyloides spp. Environmental Sources Worldwide by A F White, Mae, Whiley, Harriet, E Ross, Kirstin

“…spp. are parasitic nematodes that are transmitted through the environment and are capable of causing disease. These nematodes affect an estimated 3-300 million…”
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Public health challenges facing Environmental Health Officers during COVID‐19: methamphetamine contamination of properties by Kuhn, Emma J., Walker, G. Stewart, Wright, Jackie, Whiley, Harriet, Ross, Kirstin E.

“…Uses methamphetamine contamination of properties as an example of an emerging environmental health issue that has been exacerbated due to COVID-19, and…”
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Legionella pneumophila and Protozoan Hosts: Implications for the Control of Hospital and Potable Water Systems by Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Ross, Kirstin E, Brown, Melissa H, Bentham, Richard, Whiley, Harriet

“…is an opportunistic waterborne pathogen of public health concern. It is the causative agent of Legionnaires' disease (LD) and Pontiac fever and is ubiquitous…”
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The 1999 National Environmental Health Strategy and Closing the Gap: lessons learnt, and hope for the future by White, Mae A.F., Spry, Michael, Whiley, Harriet, Ross, Kirstin E.

“…In 1999, the National Environmental Health Strategy (NEHS) was published by enHealth. It was intended as a starting point for ensuring all Australians live in…”
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Evaluation of commercially available methamphetamine presumptive tests for site contamination by Kuhn, Emma J., Walker, G. Stewart, Whiley, Harriet, Wright, Jackie, Ross, Kirstin E.

“…Presumptive tests or lateral flow immunoassay testing kits are increasingly being utilised as a fast, portable, cost-effective method to detect an array of…”
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Increased flushing frequency of a model plumbing system initially promoted the formation of viable but non culturable cells but ultimately reduced the concentration of culturable and total Legionella DNA by Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Ross, Kirstin E., Brown, Melissa H., Bentham, Richard, Best, Giles, Eyre, Nicholas S., Leterme, Sophie C., Whiley, Harriet

“…Legionella is the causative agent of Legionnaires’ disease, and its prevalence in potable water is a significant public health issue. Water stagnation within…”
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A Review of Methods Used to Detect Methamphetamine from Indoor Air and Textiles in Confined Spaces by Kerry, Gemma L, Ross, Kirstin E, Wright, Jackie L, Walker, G. Stewart

“…Methamphetamine manufacture, use, and the resulting contamination is a significant issue that affects public health, the environment, and the economy…”
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Zoonotic and Public Health Implications of Campylobacter Species and Squamates (Lizards, Snakes and Amphisbaenians) by Masila, Nicodemus M., Ross, Kirstin E., Gardner, Michael G., Whiley, Harriet

“…Campylobacter spp. is one of the most widespread infectious diseases of veterinary and public health significance. Globally, the incidence of…”
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Efficacy of the PlasmaShield®, a Non-Thermal, Plasma-Based Air Purification Device, in Removing Airborne Microorganisms by Whiley, Harriet, Keerthirathne, Thilini P., Kuhn, Emma J., Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Sibley, Alex, Speck, Peter, Ross, Kirstin E.

“…Airborne microorganisms play a significant role in the transmission of infectious diseases. As such, improving indoor microbial air quality can enhance…”
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Biocontrol for environmental control of the human parasite, Strongyloides stercoralis: A necessary next step by Garrard, Tara A., Ross, Kirstin E., Taylor, Michael J.

“…•Strongyloides stercoralis presents a key challenge to Australian indigenous health.•Currently Strongyloidiasis treatment relies upon administration of…”
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The National Strongyloides Working Group in Australia 10 workshops on: commendations and recommendations by Ross, Kirstin E., Bradbury, Richard S., Garrard, Tara A., O’Donahoo, Francis J., Shield, Jennifer M., Page, Wendy, Miller, Adrian, Robertson, Gemma, Judd, Jenni A., Speare, Rick

“…Strongyloidiasis, caused by the intestinal helminth Strongyloides stercoralis, is commonly found in developing nations in tropical and subtropical regions…”
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Microbiological Values of Rainwater Harvested in Adelaide by Chubaka, Chirhakarhula Emmanuel, Whiley, Harriet, Edwards, John W, Ross, Kirstin E

“…In Australia, rainwater is an important source of water for many households. Unlike municipal water, rainwater is often consumed untreated. This study…”
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Efficacy of chlorine-based disinfectants to control Legionella within premise plumbing systems by Xi, Hao, Ross, Kirstin E., Hinds, Jason, Molino, Paul J., Whiley, Harriet

“…•Field studies comparing disinfectants rank the typical efficacy against Legionella as chloramine > chlorine dioxide > chlorine.•Disinfection concentration on…”
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Molecular screening and characterization of Legionella pneumophila associated free-living amoebae in domestic and hospital water systems by Nisar, Muhammad Atif, Ross, Kirstin E, Brown, Melissa H, Bentham, Richard, Hinds, Jason, Whiley, Harriet

“…•41% of potable water / biofilm samples were positive for Legionella.•75% of potable water / biofilm samples were positive for free-living amoebae.•In all…”
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