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- Infections – bacterial and viral
Many bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics, but they are useless against viral infections.
- Bird flu (avian influenza)
The symptoms of bird flu in humans are similar to those of regular influenza.
- Viral encephalitis
Viral encephalitis is inflammation of the brain caused by a virus and can cause permanent brain damage.
- Viral haemorrhagic fever
Viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) is an extremely infectious and life threatening disease caused by a group of viruses, including the Ebola virus.
- Gastroenteritis
It is important to establish the cause of gastro, as different types of gastroenteritis respond to different treatments.
- Kissing and your health
While disease-causing bugs can be transferred during a kiss, most won?t cause disease and the risk of serious disease is very small.
- Meningitis
Meningitis can cause death and requires urgent medical attention.
- Colds
Cold viruses are spread by sneezing, coughing and hand contact.
- Infections
Infections are generally caused by bacteria or viruses. Learn about infectious and childhood diseases, animal to human diseases and prevention.
- Gastroenteritis in children
Gastroenteritis is common in young children and spreads easily. See your doctor if your child is vomiting often, not drinking, showing signs of dehydration or has blood in their poo.