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  1. Harmful algal blooms

    Some types of algae and cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) produce toxins that can harm people and animals when swallowed, inhaled or touched. Do not enter the water at locations affected

  2. Botulism

    Botulism is considered a medical emergency. If untreated, it may cause death.

  3. Cirrhosis of the liver

    Cirrhosis is a type of liver damage where healthy cells are replaced by scar tissue.

  4. Gastroenteritis

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

  5. Liver

    Some forms of liver disease are inherited, while others are caused by lifestyle factors.

  6. Shiga toxin-producing E.coli

    There are many types of E.coli bacteria, most of which are harmless. However, some types of E.coli produce toxins (poisons) that can cause gastroenteritis (gastro). One of these types of E.coli is known as ‘shiga toxin-producing E.coli’ or STEC.

  7. Haemolytic uraemic syndrome

    Haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS) is a rare condition which can lead to chronic kidney damage or death from kidney failure.

  8. Buruli ulcer

    Since the ulcer gets bigger with time, early diagnosis and prompt treatment of Buruli ulcer can keep skin loss to a minimum.

  9. Secondary School Immunisation Program

    Some immunisations are recommended for all Australian teenagers.

  10. Anaemia

    When a person is anaemic, the red blood cells have to work harder to get oxygen around the body.

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