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  1. Needlestick injury

    A needlestick injury means the skin is accidentally punctured by a used needle. Diseases that could be transmitted by a needle or needlestick injury include human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B and hepatitis C.

  2. Travel immunisation

    If you are travelling overseas, check with your doctor well in advance to find out what immunisations you need.

  3. Handwashing - Why it's important

    Washing your hands with soap and warm water can help stop the spread of infectious diseases.

  4. Q fever

    Q fever is caused by a micro-organism that can be carried by cattle, sheep and goats.

  5. Be a Soapy Hero!

    Get kids involved with ‘Soapy Hero’ training to help keep classmates, family and friends healthy and stop the spread of dangerous infectious diseases.

  6. Gastroenteritis - giardiasis

    Most people infected with Giardia parasites do not develop symptoms but can still spread the infection to others.

  7. HIV - infection control in hospitals

    How hospitals reduce the risk HIV, hepatitis B and C - includes blood donation and transfusions, infection control and prevention for hospital workers, patients and visitors and where to get help.

  8. Tinea

    Tinea is contagious and can be spread by skin-to-skin contact or indirectly through towels, clothes or floors.

  9. Mosquitoes can carry diseases

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

  10. Tetanus

    Tetanus is a life-threatening disease and immunisation is the best way to reduce your risk.

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