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Influenza (the flu) is caused by a virus. The flu is more than just a bad cold and can occasionally lead to serious complications, including death. Specific antiviral medication is available. It is...
Children with slapped cheek do not need to be kept home from school or day care, as cases are only contagious before the onset of the rash...
Chlamydia is often called the 'silent infection' because most people do not realise they have it...
All disease-carrying mosquitoes breed in water or require water to enable eggs to hatch...
Viral encephalitis is inflammation of the brain caused by a virus and can cause permanent brain damage...
Group B streptococcal bacteria can cause a wide range of illnesses in susceptible people including newborns, the elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions such as diabetes or cancer. Out...
Streptococcal infection ? group A can cause sore throats (pharyngitis), scarlet fever or impetigo (school sores)...
Cold sores are blisters around the mouth and nose, caused by the herpes simplex virus...
Barmah Forest virus (BFV) disease can cause joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and a rash of variable appearance. A full recovery can be expected. Most people recover completely within six months...
The only protection from Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) is to avoid mosquito bites...