There’s been a late rise of influenza A, mostly due to the ‘super K’ strain.
- Professor of Infectious Diseases, Monash University
New research suggests that with high levels of vaccination and immunity from previous infections, COVID antivirals are no longer working as well.
Even with bird flu circulating in Australia, the risk to humans is low. But some groups are still at increased risk.
There’s been a rise of shingles cases among adults aged 25–49. Why aren’t they eligible for a free vaccine?
A toothbrush, some toothpaste and a few minutes of care can prevent a life‑threatening infection. That’s rare in modern medicine.
Two experts answer five common questions about the flu vaccine, with the evidence.
We all know the risks of influenza and COVID for older people. But a third virus, RSV, can also land you in hospital. A free vaccination aims to reduce this risk.
Everything you need to know about the flu vaccine, including the nasal spray, egg-free options, who it’s free for and what to do if you’re scared of needles.
There has already been a lot of flu this year but the flu season is unlikely to peak until late winter.
A fear of needles can stop many children from getting a flu vaccine. But a new nasal spray will be available in 2026. Is your kid eligible?
Antibiotic prescribing around the time of surgery and in aged care isn’t always appropriate, a new report shows. Here’s what else we learned.
The fatality rate in humans can be between 40% and 75%.
Having this national agency will help protect us against bird flu, falling immunisation rates and health misinformation. It’s a landmark in public health.
A new study has found improving cleaning practices in hospital could make a big difference. Here’s what the researchers did.
It’s difficult to predict what this year’s flu season is going to be like. But it’s a good time to start thinking about vaccination.
For most people, hMPV will cause symptoms similar to a cold or flu.
The COVID pandemic is ongoing, but scientists are on alert for any pathogen that might lead to another global outbreak of disease.
Seasonal flu vaccines may reduce the risk of a hybrid strain of the virus developing – one with some characteristics of seasonal flu, and some of bird flu.
It may be safest to get your flu shot sooner rather than later.
The RSV shot children in WA will get is a monoclonal antibody. Here’s what that means.
The TGA has just approved a vaccine against RSV for Australians over 60. Here’s where protection is up to for the youngest children, who are also at risk from the virus.
Os antibióticos existem há menos de um século. Mas, à medida que as bactérias resistentes se tornam cada vez mais difíceis de tratar, corremos o risco de um número maior de mortes por infecções.
Antibiotics have been around for less than a century. But as resistant bacteria become increasingly difficult to treat, we risk a greater number of deaths from infections.
Measles is an extremely contagious disease but, thanks to immunisation, is now rare in Australia.
Former MP Dr Kerryn Phelps’ COVID vaccination experience has prompted discussion about severe side effects after COVID vaccines. Here’s how they’re tracked, confirmed and prevented.
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