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- Allergies to bites and stings
Allergies to insect stings and bites range from milder allergic reactions to life-threatening, severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
- Bites and stings – first aid
If you are bitten or stung by an insect or animal, apply first aid and seek medical treatment as soon as possible.
- European wasp
Unlike a bee, which can only sting once (and leaves the stinger behind in the skin), the European wasp can sting repeatedly.
- Animals and child safety
Children should always be closely supervised near animals and taught how to behave safely around pets.
- Conditions and treatments
Find facts on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments of diseases and illnesses.
- White tailed spider
In most cases, the bite from a white tailed spider only causes a mild reaction, including itching and skin discolouration.
- Fleas
Fleas are parasites that feed off the blood of humans and animals, and can spread infection.
- Allergies explained
Allergy occurs when the body overreacts to a 'trigger' that is harmless to most people.
- Allergic reactions emergency first aid
Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and asthma attacks need urgent emergency first aid. In an emergency, always call triple zero (000).
- Body lice
Body lice can spread from one person to another when the environmental conditions are crowded and unhygienic.