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Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a virus that can cause respiratory infections that affect the airways and lungs.

The best defence against Hendra virus is to avoid contact with an infected horse.

The respiratory system takes up oxygen from the air we breathe and expels the unwanted carbon dioxide.

A respiratory physician (respiratory and sleep medicine specialist) specialises in diagnosing, treating and preventing conditions and diseases affecting the respiratory system.

Nipah virus is carried by infected fruit bats and can spread to other animals, such as pigs and horses, and people to cause disease. Nipah virus infection is rare but can lead to serious illness and death.

Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus. There is no cure, specific treatment or vaccine for Zika 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.

West Nile virus is a viral infection carried by mosquitoes. Infection may be asymptomatic or can cause mild flu-like symptoms.

Ebola virus is a rare disease that can causes severe symptoms and can be life-threatening.

Most people recover from Ross River virus disease, although some people have symptoms for a year or more.