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Disease clusters are rare but can cause community concern about the possible effects of exposure to environmental hazards.

A clean face and clean environment are the best protection against trachoma.

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

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

Information about disaster relief for national and state emergencies.

Conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by a bacteria or virus. Symptoms include eye redness, a discharge and swollen lids. Conjunctivitis is treated with antibacterial eye drops or ointment. Children must not attend school or child care if they have conjunctivitis.

Barmah Forest virus (BFV) disease can cause joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and a rash of variable appearance. A full recovery can be expected. Most people recover completely within six months, although some people have intermittent symptoms for longer.

Good personal hygiene is essential to prevent the spread of parechovirus to others, both for those infected and their carers.

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

People who have birds as pets, poultry workers and anyone working in aviaries or pet shops, are most at risk of catching psittacosis.