Infections and Parasites
- Eye Infections
Maintaining eye health helps prevent loss of vision later in life. Having an eye examination with an Optometrist or an Ophthalmologist will enable early detection of eye disease. Appointments can be made directly with an Optometrist. Referrals to ...
- Haemophilus Influenza type b (Hib)
Description Haemophilus Influenza type b (Hib) is an infection caused by the Haemophilus Influenzae type b bacteria which can cause meningitis (infection of the covering of the brain and spinal cord), epiglottitis (internal swelling in the throat ...
- Human Swine Flu - Advice For Women Who Are Pregnant Or Breastfeeding
The Human Swine Influenza virus [Pandemic (H1N1 2009] is a new and different strain of flu that is infecting people and spreading from person to person in the same way seasonal influenza and other common respiratory infections spread.
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- Influenza (The Flu)
Influenza or 'the flu' is a highly contagious disease caused by infection from influenza type A or B (or rarely C) virus. These viruses infect the upper airways and lungs but can also affect other parts of the body. In Australia, outbreaks of ...
- Influenza and immunisation
Information about immunisation to protect against influenza.
- Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 - Human Swine Influenza
Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 (human swine influenza) is a new type of influenza virus.
- Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 Human Swine Influenza: Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders are at higher risk of serious illness from Human Swine Influenza. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Queenslanders are more likely to have other illnesses that can lead to more serious ...
Last updated: 16 May, 2012
Last reviewed: 16 May, 2012
