Insect bites and stings
Explore treatment and prevention methods for insect bites and stings. Learn about symptoms, first aid and severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
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Insect bites - infographic
What you need to know about insect bites, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.
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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.
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Mosquito-borne diseases
Some illnesses are transmitted by mosquitoes ('mozzies'), including malaria, Dengue fever and the Zika virus. Here's what you need to know
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Bites and stings
Learn about bites and stings from different creatures — such as dogs, snakes, insects and jellyfish — as well as stinging plants.
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Insect stings - infographic
What you need to know about insect stings, including symptoms, treatment and signs of a severe allergic reaction.
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Barmah Forest virus infection
Barmah Forest virus is transmitted by mosquitoes, and is found only in Australia. Read on about the disease it casues, it’s treatment and prevention.
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Antihistamines
Antihistamine medications help ease allergy symptoms. Read more about how they're used to treat conditions like hay fever and asthma.
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Blisters
A blister is a painful sore where fluid forms between top layers of skin. Learn more on how to treat blisters and when to see a doctor.
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Lymphoedema
Lymphoedema is swelling in your soft tissues due to fluid build-up in your lymphatic system. Find out about lymphoedema, its causes and treatments.
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