COVID-19: updated 23 April 2020
/Invetus remains operational in both Australia and New Zealand.
As of today, we know of no staff with the virus, nor any close contacts with the virus.
Carly, one of our clinical monitors, ready for a “contactless” study visit with a domestic cat.
The Level 4 restrictions in NZ are set to be relaxed over coming weeks, which will make life easier for our people there. Work has continued as animal research was exempt from the restrictions due to the animal welfare component.
As outlined previously, we continue to take a conservative approach to work practices in both places, with PPE including masks as appropriate, separate teams of workers to reduce time spent together, and recording of contacts should tracing be required.
Our focus now is expanding from continuing currently contracted work, to ensuring we have projects for later in 2020 and into 2021.
If you are thinking about your research needs once the COVID-19 lockdown period eases, please get in touch now – we would love to discuss your research needs and develop a plan for later in the year.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr Maurice Webster, Managing Director.
