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, by Tatianna Gerard Buruli Ulcer: How Possum Poo & Mozzies Are Spreading The Flesh-Eating Disease
You might think that possums rustling around your backyard or the odd mosquito bite is just part of Aussie suburban life—but what if they were...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What is Adenovirus (AdV)? Learn About Its Impact, Symptoms & How to Treat It
Adenovirus infections might not always make headlines, but they’re more common than you might think—and they can affect anyone, including adults. Adenoviruses are a group...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Why We’re Using SAN-AIR to Eliminate Influenza A (H1N1) This Season
When cold and flu season hits, most of us instinctively reach for the hand sanitiser. It’s a quick, convenient way to keep germs at bay—especially...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Magnesium Supplements: What’s the Best Type for Your Health Needs?
Magnesium is a vital mineral that plays a crucial role in maintaining overall health. It supports everything from muscle and nerve function to energy production...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Incontinence & Sleep: How to Manage Nighttime Leaks
Nocturnal incontinence, also known as bedwetting in adults or nocturnal enuresis, is a common yet often overlooked issue that affects millions of people. It’s estimated...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Can Mosquitoes Bite Dogs? What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know
Mosquitoes are an unavoidable nuisance during the warmer months, buzzing around relentlessly in search of their next meal. While we often think of these pesky...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Protect Yourself from Melioidosis: How to Wear PPE the Right Way
In the wake of floods, extreme weather, and contaminated environments, the risk of exposure to dangerous bacteria rises—and in northern Australia, melioidosis is a growing...
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, by Tatianna Gerard The Role of Nutrition in Coping with Heat
While a sunny day at the beach or an afternoon barbecue may feel like quintessential Aussie life, the reality is that extreme heat can push...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Busting 11 Mosquito Myths: What’s True & What’s Not?
In many parts of Australia, mosquito populations explode in the summer months, especially after heavy rains and flooding create stagnant water—the perfect breeding ground for...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Why Aussies Are Getting Sick After Holidays & Pool Days – The Cryptosporidium Link
A wave of stomach illness is sweeping across Australia, with health authorities raising concerns over a surge in cases of cryptosporidiosis, a parasitic infection causing...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Heatwaves to Bushfires: A First Aid Guide to Staying Safe in Australia's Extremes
Australia is a land of diverse and unpredictable weather. From blistering summers that fuel bushfires to downpours that submerge streets and homes, extreme weather is...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What to Do After a Flood: Health Risks, Cleanup Precautions & Recovery Tips
Floods leave more than just water damage in their wake. The aftermath of a flood is filled with hidden dangers—contaminated water, toxic mould, structural instability,...
