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Queensland Health

Queensland Health is an organisation committed to providing services aimed at achieving good health and well-being for all Queenslanders.

Through a network of 16 Hospital and Health Services and the Mater Hospitals, Queensland Health delivers a range of integrated services including hospital inpatient, outpatient and emergency services, community and mental health services, aged care services and public health and health promotion programs

Helplines for practical health advice and assistance:

  • Call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). Check the website for more details
  • Seniors Enquiry Line: phone 1300 135 500 (For interstate callers please call 07 3867 2500). For the cost of a local call, Seniors Enquiry Line gives Queensland seniors, their family, friends, grandparents and carers access to information on topics of interest to seniors.

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This information was originally published on healthdirect - Queensland Health.

Last reviewed: February 2024

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Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis Category: Infections and Parasites Topic: Bacterial Infections Send by email View as PDF Send by post Leptospirosis is a disease that is caused by a number of different bacteria called Leptospira

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Barmah Forest Virus

Barmah Forest Virus Category: Infections and Parasites Topic: Viral Infections Send by email View as PDF Send by post Barmah Forest virus is the name given to a virus that is carried by mosquitoes

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Bushfire smoke and your health | Health and wellbeing | Queensland Government

Bushfire smoke can reduce air quality in rural and urban areas and may affect people’s health. This page provides information on bushfire smoke, how it can affect you and your family’s health, and actions that you can take to avoid or reduce potential health effects.

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Bronchiolitis | Children's Health Queensland

Bronchiolitis is a chest infection that can make it hard for your child to breathe. Find out how to care for them and when to seek help.

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Managing stress after a disaster | Community support | Queensland Government

Recognise common reactions to a disaster, learn how to take care of yourself and overcome stress, and find out who to contact for help.

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Naturally occurring seafood toxins | Health and wellbeing | Queensland Government

Read about ciguatera, Scombroid (histamine) and shellfish poisoning.

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Naegleria fowleri | Health and wellbeing | Queensland Government

Information about naegleria fowleri.

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Genital herpes and pregnancy | Health and wellbeing | Queensland Government

If you are pregnant and you get genital herpes, it is important to tell your midwife or obstetrician.

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Blepharitis | Children's Health Queensland

Blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids) is a lifelong problem, but you can manage it with good eye hygiene.

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Poliomyelitis (polio) | Health and wellbeing | Queensland Government

Poliomyelitis (or polio) is an infection caused by polioviruses. Most infections cause mild disease, however, the virus can affect the cells of the central nervous system causing paralysis.

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