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

Viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) is an extremely infectious and life threatening disease caused by a group of viruses, including the Ebola virus.

We love getting outdoors while the weather is warm. The problem is, so do mosquitoes. They’re not just annoying - some mosquitoes can transmit serious diseases.

While disease-causing bugs can be transferred during a kiss, most won?t cause disease and the risk of serious disease is very small.

Viral encephalitis is inflammation of the brain caused by a virus and can cause permanent brain damage.

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

Meningitis can cause death and requires urgent medical attention.

Infections are generally caused by bacteria or viruses. Learn about infectious and childhood diseases, animal to human diseases and prevention.

Cold viruses are spread by sneezing, coughing and hand contact.

Ebola disease is a rare but serious illness that causes fever and bleeding and is often life-threatening.