Kerry Chant

Kerry Chant

health officer Australia

Kerry Chant is the Chief Health Officer of New South Wales, Australia, known for her pivotal role in public health initiatives and response strategies, particularly during health crises. In 2025, she was in the news for addressing the increase in measles cases in the state, urging the public to ensure they have received both doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine for optimal protection against the disease.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
92,118
Power
4,985$
Sentiment
6.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Australia 2 6.50 0.33% +10% 25,499,884 92,118 $1,380,000 4,985$
Totals 2 25,499,884 92,118 $1,380,000 4,985$
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Recent Mentions

Australia Australia: Dr. Kerry Chant is the state’s chief health officer who chaired the expert panel investigating the Aspergillus cases. 6

The Sydney Morning Herald: RPA’s Aspergillus deaths leave questions for Health Minister Ryan Park

Australia Australia: An advisory panel led by NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant deemed the ward safe to reopen earlier this month. 7

The Sydney Morning Herald: RPA fungus cluster linked to nearby construction leaves two people dead, four seriously ill

Australia Australia: Kerry Chant is involved in discussions regarding the expedited release of bodies for burial in the Jewish community. 6

The Sydney Morning Herald: Coroner warns Jewish community bodies will take “days” to be ready for burial

Australia Australia: NSW Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant asked the Minns government to consider pill-testing as a way to respond to the danger posed by nitazenes. 7

The Sydney Morning Herald: NSW Police charge man over opioid stronger than fentanyl

Australia Australia: NSW Chief Health Officer Kerry Chant said the number was significant. 7

The Sydney Morning Herald: State has increase in measles cases in 2025