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  1. Infections

    Infections are generally caused by bacteria or viruses. Learn about infectious and childhood diseases, animal to human diseases and prevention.

  2. Infections – bacterial and viral

    Many bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but they are useless against viral infections.

  3. Lupus and infections

    The most common infections for people with lupus include those of the respiratory tract, skin and urinary system.

  4. Middle ear infections

    Middle ear infections often happen during or after a child has a cold.

  5. Mosquitoes can carry diseases

    You can reduce the risk of mosquito bites if you get rid of potential mosquito breeding sites around your home.

  6. Ear infections

    It is estimated that around four out of five children will experience a middle ear infection at least once.

  7. Chest infections

    A chest infection affects your lungs, either in the larger airways (bronchitis) or in the smaller air sacs (pneumonia).

  8. Sexually transmissible infections - STIs

    STIs (also called sexually transmissible diseases or STDs) information and resources. Including symptoms, how to prevent STIs, getting tested and treatment.

  9. Urinary tract infections (UTI)

    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can target the urethra, bladder or kidneys.

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