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Allergy testing

Allergy testing is used to find the allergens that cause allergy or asthma symptoms. Find out more here about different types of allergy tests.

Egg allergy

Egg allergy usually starts in infancy, but most children grow out of it. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of egg allergy, and ways to avoid egg.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Tuberculosis (TB) is a highly infectious disease that mostly affects the lungs. It can live in your body for years before causing symptoms.

Q fever

Q fever is an infection that you can catch from cows, sheep, goats and kangaroos. Learn more about Q fever symptoms, prevention and treatment.

Sneezing

Sneezing is your body’s way of removing irritants from your respiratory tract. Learn more about the causes of sneezing and when to see a doctor.

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