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Pneumococcal disease

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Pneumococcal Disease - Immunisation Coalition

The bacteria that causes Pneumococcal disease lives in the throats of healthy people and can cause serious illness such as pneumonia, otitis media and meningitis.

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Pneumococcal disease, immunisation and your family | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

What is pneumococcal disease? Pneumococcal disease refers to a number of different types of infection due to the bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae (also called Pneumococcus)

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Pneumococcal disease in Australia

Pneumococcal disease is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria (also known as pneumococcus). These bacteria are commonly found in the nose and throat of some people, most of whom remain healthy.

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Pneumococcal disease – invasive | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Find out how we define and monitor cases of pneumococcal disease, how you can get vaccinated, and where you can learn more about this disease.

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Pneumococcal vaccine | Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care

Information about pneumococcal vaccines, who they are recommended for, how and where to get vaccinated. If you're eligible, you can get a pneumococcal vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program.

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Meningitis - Better Health Channel

Meningitis can cause death and requires urgent medical attention.

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Mycoplasma - Pathology Tests Explained

Mycoplasma testing is primarily used to help determine if Mycoplasma pneumoniae is the cause of a respiratory tract infection. It may also be used to help diagnose a mycoplasma systemic infection.

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Vaccinations for older people - MyDr.com.au

Older people should be vaccinated against influenza, pneumococcal disease and shingles - 3 common but potentially dangerous diseases. Tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough boosters are also recommended.

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Alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency - MyDr.com.au

Alpha1-antitrypsin (A1AT) deficiency is an inherited disorder that may lead to lung and/or liver disease. Find out about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of A1AT.

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Immunisation and vaccination - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare

Immunisation is a safe and effective way to protect against harmful communicable diseases and, at the population level, prevent the spread of these diseases among the community. Several vaccine...

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