Chikungunya Fever: Causes, Symptoms, How It Spreads And More
Chikungunya fever is a viral illness transmitted by mosquitoes. The name translates to "bends you up" or "stooped walk" due ...
First wind, then rain. Next come the mozzies – here’s how to reduce your risk of bites and infections
Flood waters boost mosquito numbers. Disease outbreaks don’t always follow but it’s important to remove stagnant water from your property to reduce the disease risk.
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Ross River virus warning issued in Perth
A health warning has been issued to Perth's residents after the Ross River virus was detected in mosquitoes near the city's Swan River. The virus is spread by mosquito bites and can cause swollen ...
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WA Health warns Ross River virus detected at Swan River in Crawley, Perth
The disease has no vaccine, cure or specific treatment and symptoms can include sore muscles, skin rashes, fever, fatigue and headaches, lasting for weeks to months. Ross River virus (RRV) was ...
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Health warning as Japanese encephalitis virus detected in Brisbane
Dr Carroll said the potential to contract Ross River virus was also an issue, including across all of South East Queensland. ...
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WA Health warns Ross River virus detected at Swan River in Crawley, Perth
Ross River virus (RRV) was found in mosquitoes collected in Crawley by the City of Perth as part of a WA Health co-ordinated mosquito surveillance program. Acting Director of Environmental Health ...