Warning over Japanese encephalitis numbers As the wet weather continues, infectious disease experts have suggested almost 750,000 people could be at risk from the mosquito-borne virus.
Studies focus on COVID infectious period Early research suggests a quarter of people or more may still be infectious with COVID-19 after seven days, the standard isolation period across Australia.
Australia records fifth Japanese encephalitis death The latest confirmed death has prompted health authorities to remind GPs of their role in vaccination uptake.
‘Quite incredible’: Australia’s first monkeypox case spotted by GP Health professionals should be vigilant, officials say, after the first likely cases of the virus were found in this country.
Investigation into mystery hepatitis outbreaks escalates Hundreds of children across 20 countries have been impacted, resulting in a number of liver transplants and at least five deaths.
WHO gives warning on missed measles vaccinations Measles vaccination has fallen sharply globally, but Australian immunisation rates appear to have held up despite the challenges of COVID-19.
Ongoing epidemic remains among world’s deadliest GP Dr Janice Tan explains how an ‘ancient disease’ mostly found thousands of kilometres away still impacts Australia.
Researchers ignite hope for new osteoporosis treatments The discovery of a new type of bone cell may present a pathway for new therapies for skeletal disease.
Melbourne GPs told to consider Buruli ulcers when assessing lesions The flesh-eating infections are the result of bacteria that is thought to be transmitted by mosquitoes.
Australia to become leader in understanding infectious disease It is hoped a new institute for infectious disease will improve capacity to respond to pandemics, but experts say GPs must be involved.