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Will the Queensland lab breach result in a public health advisory by February 28, 2025?
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Investigation Launched into Queensland Lab Breach Involving 323 Missing Virus Samples, Including Hendra, Lyssavirus, and Hantavirus
Dec 9, 2024, 02:15 PM
An independent investigation has been initiated into a significant breach of biosecurity protocols at a state-run laboratory in Queensland, Australia. The incident involves the disappearance of 323 vials containing live viruses, including nearly 100 samples of the deadly Hendra virus, as well as Lyssavirus and Hantavirus. The Health Minister, Yvette D'Ath, described the situation as a 'major breach' of biosecurity measures. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the loss of these critical samples, which raises concerns about public safety and laboratory security.
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