The Importance of Vaccination Against Meningococcal Disease

You may have seen a campaign last year by the name of “Know Meningococcal” (https://www.knowmeningococcal.com.au/). It is one of many websites that are trying to increase the community’s awareness of meningococcal disease and its potential consequences. Other sources of information are provided by health departments in each state, such as here in Queensland at conditions.health.qld.gov.au/HealthCondition/condition/14/33/95/meningococcal-disease.…

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RSV Infections are Rising!

You may have seen in the news earlier this year that infections due to RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) have been on the increase. Queensland Health announced that there was nearly a fourfold increase in RSV in Greater Brisbane in 2021 compared to last year, and issued a reminder to Queenslanders to help limit the spread…

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Act Fast: Protect Yourself Against Meningococcal Disease

Many people have heard stories of families they know being severely impacted by meningococcal disease. Although rare, the consequences can be devastating, including death or serious long-term disabilities like brain damage, deafness or loss of limbs. Meningococcal disease is caused by bacteria strains called meningococcus (or Neisseria meningitidis). The bacteria cause the membranes that cover…

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