Parasite conditions
Parasites are organisms that rely on hosts or other organisms to survive. Parasite infections happen when parasites reproduce or invade the host. This results in illness, which can range from mild to severe. It’s important to know the symptoms, and getting tests can help inform the right treatment.
Bed bugs
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on blood, cause itchy bites and can be hard to get rid of. Learn more about bed bug treatment and prevention.
Cryptosporidiosis
Cryptosporidiosis is a disease caused by the parasite cryptosporidium. Find out more about the symptoms of crypto and when to see a doctor.
Giardiasis (giardia)
Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine with the parasite giardia. Learn about causes, 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.
Mosquito-borne diseases
Some illnesses are transmitted by mosquitoes ('mozzies'), including malaria, Dengue fever and the Zika virus.
Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)
Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare but serious disease that can occur with water-based activities. It causes brain inflammation.
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 your skin, causing intense itching and sometimes a rash. Read more about scabies and its treatment.
Tapeworm infection
Tapeworm infections happen when you drink contaminated water or eat undercooked meat from infected animals. Learn about symptoms and treatments here.
Threadworms (pinworms)
Threadworms live in your intestines and cause an itchy anus (bottom). Learn more about the symptoms, treatment and prevention of worms.
Tick bites
Tick bites can cause allergies and transmit infections. Learn how you can avoid tick bites and what to do if you are bitten by a tick.
Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis is a very common disease caused by a parasite and usually doesn’t cause symptoms. Learn more about the causes and prevention options.
Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis is an infection usually spread via unprotected sex, but occasionally via sharing wet towels. Learn about treatment and prevention.
Worms in humans
Several types of intestinal worms may infect people in Australia, but threadworms are the most common. Learn about symptoms and treatment of worms.
