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In Queensland, Australia, the RSV vaccine (Abrysvo®) is recommended for pregnant women. Since 1 December 2024, the Queensland Government has expanded its immunisation program to provide the RSV vaccine free of charge to all pregnant women between 28–36 weeks of gestation, regardless of Medicare status.By mid-2025, over 57,000 women had received the vaccine, contributing to […]

In many professions—such as healthcare, hospitality, food service, and cleaning—frequent hand washing is essential for maintaining hygiene and preventing the spread of infections. However, constant exposure to water, soaps, alcohol-based sanitizers, and cleaning agents can take a toll on the skin. One common consequence is hand wash–induced dermatitis, a form of irritant contact dermatitis that

Traveling to Australia—whether for tourism, work, or study—requires more than just a plane ticket and visa. Australia’s healthcare system is excellent, but for overseas visitors, out-of-pocket costs can be high without proper insurance. Having the right travel health insurance ensures you’re covered for unexpected medical expenses, emergencies, or delays. This list includes trusted international insurers

In Australia, when you need to take time off from work or school due to illness, it is common for employers or schools to request a Medical Certificate. A Medical Certificate is an official document confirming that you were medically unfit for work, study, or other duties for a specific period. In many cases, you

Today, we’d like to provide information on two common skin infections: Cellulitis and Erysipelas. These infections are particularly important for people working in remote areas and farms in Australia, where access to healthcare may be limited. These infections require prompt medical attention. Many overseas nationals working on farms or in rural areas are exposed to

Herpes is a very common viral infection that can affect people of any age or gender. It is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which stays in the body after the initial infection and can reactivate from time to time. Many people carry the virus without obvious symptoms and may not even know they

In Australia, contact tracing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is considered a crucial public health strategy to prevent further spread. For infections such as HIV, syphilis (especially during pregnancy), gonorrhoea, and chlamydia, it is recommended that individuals notify any sexual partners who may have been exposed, so they can seek testing and treatment. Depending on

For students at UQ, QUT, Griffith, UniSC, and CQU If you are a nursing or midwifery etc student preparing for clinical placement at a university in Queensland (such as UQ, QUT, Griffith, UniSC, or CQU), you are required to complete vaccination and immunity verification as part of your placement eligibility. This process typically involves providing

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