by David Tanedo | Oct 10, 2024 | News
Dear Members, Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Ltd will be held on Tuesday 19 November commencing at 5:15 pm (AEDT) at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The meeting...
by David Tanedo | Sep 30, 2024 | Consumer Resources
Blood borne viruses (BBVs) and sexually transmissible infections (STIs) (STDs) are infections that can spread through contact with blood and/or body fluids or during unprotected sexual activity. Blood borne viruses, like HIV and Hepatitis B and C, can be passed...
by David Tanedo | Sep 27, 2024 | Bug Library
Pertussis What is it? Pertussis is a highly contagious bacterial infection caused by Bordetella pertussis, also known as whooping cough or the ‘hundred-day cough.’ Symptoms of pertussis include fever, tiredness, runny nose and a cough that gradually develops...
by David Tanedo | Aug 27, 2024 | Bug Library
Diphtheria What is it? Diphtheria is a communicable disease caused by the Corynebacterium diphtheriae and Corynebacterium ulcerans bacteria, which can cause serious respiratory and skin infections. Prior to accessible and widespread vaccination for diphtheria, an...
by David Tanedo | Jul 27, 2024 | Bug Library
Respiratory Syncytial virus (RSV) Respiratory Syncytial virus (RSV) is a virus that affects the airways and lungs, resulting in cold like symptoms. Its very contagious and spreads easily. Most people recover in a week or two, but some cases can be serious. Infants...
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