The well-being of our clients and staff is our priority. Due to COVID-19 we want to reassure you that we are responding and cooperating in line with Government updates. Social distancing and infectious disease protocols are as per the latest QLD Covid-19 updates.
COVID-19 Update: June 2023
Friday 11/11/22 Queensland introduced COVID-19 traffic light system. Queensland is currently in the “Green Zone”. More information about Queensland's traffic light system is available online.
Stay home if you are sick and or have symptoms.
Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) should be taken if you get COVID-19 symptoms. If someone in your household has COVID-19, you should take a RAT every two days.
If you get COVID-19:
- register your RAT result
- stay home until you’re well again
- wear a mask for 7 days after your test
- avoid visiting hospitals, aged care or disability care for 7 days after your test
- ask household members to closely monitor symptoms.
You should always wear a mask if required by a healthcare provider, venue, or household.
More information about Queensland's traffic light system is available online
COVID-19 symptoms include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Fatigue
- Shortness of breath
- Runny nose
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting or nausea
- Loss of smell and/or taste
Statement for all clients of our True Clinics
True regards the well-being of our clients and staff as a priority. True is continuing to operate in line with Government advice around COVID-19. All True Clinics are open and continue to operate as normal unless instructed otherwise by relevant authorities. Please note, True is not a general practice, we specialise in providing reproductive and sexual health services only.
If you have an upcoming clinic appointment at any of our clinics, are feeling unwell, or are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, we ask that you call our friendly reception staff prior to your appointment. Please note depending on your circumstances, your appointment may need to be rescheduled. Telehealth may be an option for some clients.
Precautions
True continues to adhere to infectious disease protocols within all of our clinics. These include:
- There are no Public Health Directions in effect requiring you to wear a face mask, but you may still be asked to wear one.
- Although isolation is no longer mandatory, if you're sick or test positive, stay home and follow this advice.
- Support persons are permitted to attend clinics at this time (1 person per client please).
- Hand sanitiser is available for use at reception and in consult rooms.
- Our staff follow strict hand hygiene guidelines.
- No clients experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms should attend the clinic. Please phone reception prior to appointment time.
- Any client in the clinic waiting room who starts to feel ill, must notify reception staff immediately.
Your assistance in complying with the protocols suggested by the Government and notifying reception of any illness, will assist us to ensure the safety and well-being of all.
True will continue to be in contact with our clients if/when the situation changes.
Statement for all clients of our True Education programs
True regards the well-being of our clients and staff as a priority. True is continuing to operate in line with Government advice around COVID-19. Your education needs will still be met by our experienced staff and many of our education services and courses are still open and will continue to operate as normal with some added protocols.
Precautions
True continues to adhere to infectious disease protocols within all of our offices and clinics. These include:
- Masks and hand sanitiser are available at reception.
- Our staff are following strict hand hygiene guidelines and additional cleaning protocols.
- Clients and visitors who are experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms will not be permitted to attend the service.
- During moderate risk times (as defined by Qld Health), support people may be limited.
- All visitors and clients entering the service must show proof of vaccination to staff.
Your assistance in complying with the protocols suggested by the Government and notifying reception of any illness, will assist us to ensure the safety and well-being of all.
Statement for all clients of our Child & Family Service
True regards the well-being of our customers and staff as a priority. True remains open and is continuing to operate in line with Government advice around COVID-19 with additional protocols.
- There are no Public Health Directions in effect requiring you to wear a face mask, but you may still be asked to wear one.
- Masks and hand sanitiser are available at reception.
- Our staff are following strict hand hygiene guidelines and additional cleaning protocols.
- Clients who are experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms will not be permitted to attend the service.
- During moderate risk times (as defined by Qld Health), support people may be limited.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Sandi Brown (Manager) on 4281 6893.
We are now operating from 216 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns and responding to phone calls from 9 am - 5 pm Monday to Friday.
Thank you for your assistance during this period.
Statement for all clients of our Cairns Sexual Assault Service and Child & Family Service
True regards the well-being of our customers and staff as a priority. True remains open and is continuing to operate in line with Government advice around COVID-19 with additional protocols.
If you have an upcoming appointment at either of our offices, are feeling unwell, or are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, we ask that you call our friendly reception staff prior to your appointment. Please note depending on your circumstances, your appointment may need to be rescheduled. Telehealth may be an option for some clients.
- There are no Public Health Directions in effect requiring you to wear a face mask, but you may still be asked to wear one.
- Masks and hand sanitiser are available at reception.
- Our staff are following strict hand hygiene guidelines.
- Clients who are experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms should not attend the service.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Priya Varsani, Manager - Cairns Sexual Assault Services on 4281 6893.
Our phones continue to be manned at both services from 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday if you would like to book an appointment.
Queensland Government's novel coronavirus advice
Access the Queensland Government's Novel coronavirus website for the latest updates, facts and information.