Holly Seale

A male store official asks two men to show QR codes to gain entry

COVID restrictions may be easing, but the pandemic isn't over yet

20 Apr 2022

Many countries are winding back COVID-19 restrictions, but governments should be continuing to promote the importance of voluntary mask use and catching up outdoors.

An open kit called The Extractor designed to extract venom from bites and stings

No, you cannot 'devaccinate' yourself with snake venom kits, bleach or cupping

04 Mar 2022

If what you’re reading seems too good to be true, it probably is.

10 Minute Genius: Holly Seale on communicating in a pandemic

01 Feb 2022

It’s no secret Australia’s vaccine rollout had a rocky start… but now, 18 months later, our vaccination rate is amongst the highest in the world.

But our impressive 80 per cent+ coverage doesn't tell the full story...

Group of women at an anti-vaccination protest, one holding a sign that says "No matter what the situation, remind yourself 'I have a choice'."

COVID vaccines don't violate the Nuremberg Code. Here's how to convince the doubters

18 Nov 2021

Emotive claims, like COVID vaccination being unethical or coercive, are more likely to be shared on social media. But we can fight back.

International borders are about to open, but our research shows the plight of stranded Australians is not over

15 Oct 2021

As we begin to emerge from restrictions, there are many things the federal government could do to improve the conditions for those stranded, and speed up their return home.

How to broach the sensitive question of COVID vaccination status

12 Oct 2021

It isn’t mandatory to be vaccinated and some regard it as a private matter. So what is the best way to way to ask someone their vaccination status?

protesters hold signs opposing compulsory vaccination for nurses

Health workers are among the COVID vaccine hesitant. Here’s how we can support them safely

04 Oct 2021

The vast majority of health workers accept COVID vaccinations, but we need to ensure the concerns of the minority are heard.

sign on restaurant window stipulating people have to show proof of vaccination

Soon you'll need to be vaccinated to enjoy shops, cafes and events - but how will staff cope?

23 Sep 2021

If staff enforce the rules, they risk harassment and lost tips. But if they overlook unsafe behaviour, they risk further COVID transmission.

A long queue of masked people lined up to get their COVID-19 vaccination shots

Power to the sheeple: why common sense prevails despite COVID-19 uncertainty

23 Sep 2021

Information may be changing as quickly as the COVID-19 virus mutates, but being open and transparent about it fosters trust and social cohesion.

child in classroom raising their hand, wearing a mask

From vaccination to ventilation: 5 ways to keep kids safe from COVID when schools reopen

03 Sep 2021

Most kids will be unvaccinated if schools in the two largest states re-open in term 4. There may still be community transmission, but there are measures we can take to shield kids from the virus.

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