Thousands of patients of Sydney dentist urged to get tested for blood-borne viruses

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Concerns have been raised over potential exposures to blood-borne viruses for thousands of patients of a Sydney dentist due to record-keeping issues. Health authorities are urging testing and vigilance in response.

Up to 5000 patients of a Sydney dentist may have been exposed to blood-borne viruses over more than 25 years, but a lack of patient records means health authorities are struggling to find and alert them.