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Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus. There is no cure, specific treatment or vaccine for Zika virus.

The best defence against Hendra virus is to avoid contact with an infected horse.

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.

Dengue virus disease (dengue fever, or ‘dengue’) is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes in many tropical and subtropical parts of the world.

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

All disease-carrying mosquitoes breed in water or require water to enable eggs to hatch

Most people recover from Ross River virus disease, although some people have symptoms for a year or more

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a virus that can cause respiratory infections that affect the airways and lungs.

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.

Many bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but they are useless against viral infections.