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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 is highly contagious, but it is generally mild and gets better without the need for special treatment.

Risk factors for throat cancer include smoking or chewing tobacco, drinking alcohol and Human papillomavirus (HPV).

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

Learn about what the symptoms of COVID-19 are, how it spreads and what viral shedding is.

Information and resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Victorians.

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.

Croup is a viral infection of the throat and windpipe that causes noisy breathing, a hoarse voice and a harsh, barking cough.

The smoke from wood fires can affect air quality and may affect people's health.

Streptococcal infection group A can cause sore throats (pharyngitis), scarlet fever or impetigo (school sores).