Parasite conditions
Parasites are organism that rely on hosts or other organisms to survive. Parasite infections occur when they reproduce or invade the host, resulting in illness which can cause a range of symptoms which range from mild to severe and can often go undetected. Knowing the symptoms to look out for and the testing options available is essential for proper treatment.
Bed bugs
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on your blood, often causing itchy bites. Learn about treatment and prevention.
Cryptosporidiosis
Cryptosporidiosis is a bowel infection caused by a parasite called cryptosporidium. Learn more about symptoms and when to see a doctor here.
Giardiasis (giardia)
Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine with the parasite giardia. Learn about cause, symptoms, treatment and prevention of giardiasis.
Head lice
Head lice are tiny insects that feed on blood by biting skin. Here's what to do if your child's affected by lice - and how to prevent an infestation.
Malaria
Malaria is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes, which causes an infection of the red blood cells.
Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)
Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis is a rare, but serious disease. It leads to inflammation of the brain. Water-based activities can cause infection.
Pubic lice (crabs)
Pubic lice (crabs) are tiny insects spread mainly by sexual contact. Find out the symptoms, the treatment and how to stop pubic lice spreading.
Scabies
Scabies is caused by a tiny bug that burrows under the skin, causing intense itching and sometimes a rash. Read more about causes and treatment.
Tapeworm infection
Infection from tapeworms can happen from drinking contaminated water or eating undercooked contaminated meat from infected animals. Learn more here.
Threadworms (pinworms)
Threadworms infect children when eggs are transferred from their hands to their mouths. Learn the symptoms, treatment and prevention of threadworm.
Tick bites
Tick bites are usually harmless, but it's important to know how to avoid and treat bites, and what to do after visiting areas where ticks are present.
Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a very common disease caused by a parasite that usually has no symptoms. Learn more about the causes and prevention options.
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is an infection that usually spreads during sex, but also by sharing wet towels. Learn about treatment and prevention options.
Worms in humans
Several types of intestinal worms may infect people in Australia, but threadworms are by far the most common. Find out the symptoms and treatments.
