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- Glandular fever
Glandular fever is most common among high school and university students, but young children can also become infected by saliva on toys, shared cups, or the hands of carers.
- Chickenpox
Chickenpox is highly contagious, but it is generally mild and gets better without the need for special treatment.
- Hand, foot and mouth disease
Good personal hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease to others, both for those infected and their carers.
- Throat cancer
Risk factors for throat cancer include smoking or chewing tobacco, drinking alcohol and Human papillomavirus (HPV).
- About COVID-19
Learn about what the symptoms of COVID-19 are, how it spreads and what viral shedding is.
- COVID-19 information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
Information and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Victorians.
- Croup
Croup is a viral infection of the throat and windpipe that causes noisy breathing, a hoarse voice and a harsh, barking cough.
- Slapped cheek disease
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.
- Wood fires and breathing problems
The smoke from wood fires can affect air quality and may affect people's health.
- Hendra virus
The best defence against Hendra virus is to avoid contact with an infected horse.