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  1. Bacterial vaginosis

    Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is caused by an imbalance of the bacteria normally present in the vagina. Includes causes, symptoms, transmission, treatments, prevention and where to get help.

  2. Antimicrobial resistant bacteria

    Careful prescribing of antibiotics will minimise the emergence of antimicrobial resistant strains of bacteria.

  3. Infections – bacterial and viral

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

  4. Meningitis

    Meningitis can cause death and requires urgent medical attention.

  5. Food poisoning - prevention

    You can minimise the risk of food poisoning by taking simple precautions.

  6. Brucellosis

    Brucellosis is a bacterial infection that is transmitted to humans from infected animals.

  7. Peritonitis

    Peritonitis is a life-threatening emergency that needs prompt medical treatment.

  8. Gastroenteritis

    It is important to establish the cause of gastro, as different types of gastroenteritis respond to different treatments.

  9. Reactive arthritis

    Reactive arthritis is a form of arthritis that occurs as a result of some bacterial infections.

  10. Heart conditions - endocarditis

    Endocarditis is an infection of the heart valves or the inner lining of the heart.

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