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Pleurisy

Trusted information about pleurisy, including what it is, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and prevention from leading Australian health organisations.

Chest infection

Chest infections are common in people of all ages and may occur with a cold or the flu. Learn more about chest infection causes, symptoms and treatments.

Respiratory syncytial virus

RSV or respiratory syncytial virus infects your airways and lungs. Learn more the causes, treatment, prevention and how you can stop the virus from spreading.

Doxycycline

Doxycycline is an antibiotic medicine. This page explains what doxycycline is used for, how it works, its risks and other treatment options available in its place.

Pleural effusion

A pleural effusion is an abnormal buildup of fluid around your lungs. It sits in and expands a space known as the pleural cavity. Find out more about pleural effusion.

Colds and flu (influenza)

Trusted information on the common cold and flu (influenza) including their differences, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments, plus current flu activity levels in Australia.

Grass allergy

Grass allergy causes someone to have an allergic reaction to grass pollen spread by the wind. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a virus that can cause severe pneumonia. It spread from China in 2002-2003. Know what to do in a future outbreak.