Does the flu vaccine give you the flu? 5 questions about the vaccine answered
This year, the flu vaccine delivered as a nasal spray (FluMist) became available in Australia. It’s…
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Australia may ban infant formula advertising. Here’s what the online ads actually say
Recently, the federal government released a consultation paper seeking input on whether it should introduce legislation…
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Lyssavirus is rare, but deadly. What should you do if a bat bites you?
If you get bitten or scratched by a bat, it’s vital to act immediately. Wash the…
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RFK Junior is stoking fears about vaccine safety. Here’s why he’s wrong – and the impact it could have
Conversely, there is good evidence vaccination during pregnancy is safe and can reduce the chance of…
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‘Unparalleled’ snake antivenom made from man bitten 200 times
10 hours ago James Gallagher Getty Images The blood of a US man who deliberately injected…
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‘Super antibodies’ for snake toxins: how a dangerous DIY experiment helped scientists make a new antivenom
Prevention is also critical. Reducing the number of snakebites will reduce the burden on health infrastructure…
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Why are some cats more allergenic than others? It’s not their coat length
Allergies can be debilitating for those who have them – even more so when the cause…
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hMPV may be spreading in China. Here’s what to know about this virus – and why it’s not cause for alarm
Five years on from the first news of COVID, recent reports of an obscure respiratory virus…
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Bird flu hit a dead end in Missouri, but it’s running rampant in California
So, in all, Missouri’s case count in the H5N1 outbreak will stay at one for now,…
