Western Australia's new Chief Health Officer, Clare Huppatz, assesses the risk of Ebola entering the state as low, despite ongoing monitoring of travel from the Democratic Republic of Congo. She also addresses other public health challenges including diphtheria outbreaks in WA's north and the flu season.
Western Australia's new Chief Health Officer, Clare Huppatz, assesses the low risk of Ebola entering the state despite an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, while managing multiple health challenges including diphtheria outbreaks and flu season.
An Australian woman pleads for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Overseas, Donald Trump confirms a call with Israel's PM, while Iran attacks Kuwait airport. Australia faces trade tariffs, and NDIS reforms face criticism.
An Australian woman is pleading for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Meanwhile, Donald Trump confirmed a testy call with Israel's PM, Iran attacked Kuwait airport, and Australia faces trade tariffs.
A remote Aboriginal community in Australia's Northern Territory is struggling to contain a diphtheria outbreak due to a lack of basic supplies like hand sanitizer and clear public health information. Locals report overcrowded housing exacerbates the spread, with confusion over isolation protocols and vaccine efficacy.
Australia faces a diphtheria outbreak with 240+ cases and 1 death. Vaccination is key; ensure up-to-date status, especially for travel to high-risk areas like parts of WA, NT, and SA. Check immunization records via the Australian Immunisation Register or consult a GP if unsure.
Australia is facing a diphtheria outbreak with over 240 cases. Experts emphasize maintaining high vaccination rates for preventable diseases like diphtheria and measles. They advise checking vaccination records and getting boosters, especially for travel or high-risk areas.
The Northern Territory has seen a decline in diphtheria cases following a vaccination campaign that immunized over 10,000 residents. Authorities confirmed one death linked to the outbreak, with case numbers falling significantly in the past week.
Northern Territory reports 163 diphtheria cases, with 1 death confirmed, after vaccinating over 10,000 residents, seeing a decline in new cases from 22 to 9 weekly.
Yuendumu residents and service providers express frustration over the NT government's perceived lack of communication and support regarding a growing diphtheria outbreak, with concerns about slow test results and inadequate messaging in Aboriginal languages.
A second person has died from diphtheria in Australia's Northern Territory. The man, in his early 60s with pre-existing heart issues, died at Alice Springs Hospital. This follows an outbreak declared in March, with over 240 cases reported nationally this year.
Western Australia is seeking federal support to combat a diphtheria outbreak, with over 220 cases nationally and 85 in WA, primarily in the Kimberley region. Vaccination efforts are underway but focus on preventing severe symptoms rather than transmission, prompting calls for increased resources and community outreach.
A significant diphtheria outbreak, primarily affecting Indigenous adults in remote Australian communities, has exposed critical gaps in public health response, vaccine supply, and workforce capacity. Despite early awareness among some health professionals, widespread community information and timely government funding were delayed, exacerbating the spread and leading to hospitalizations and potential fatalities.
Australia's diphtheria outbreak, with over 220 cases reported, could be contained within months due to rapid vaccination efforts. However, the head of NACCHO criticized the government's initial slow response to the growing crisis, particularly concerning for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Australia's diphtheria outbreak, with over 220 cases reported, could be contained within months through rapid vaccination, according to NACCHO. However, the peak body criticized the government's initial slow response, while the NT Health Minister defended his department's communication efforts.
Australia is experiencing its largest diphtheria outbreak since 1991, with over 220 cases recorded. The Northern Territory has the highest number of cases, and the first suspected death in a decade was recorded there. Health officials are urging vaccination, particularly in remote Indigenous communities.
A diphtheria outbreak is spreading across Australia, with one death in the NT. Misinformation is rampant online, with claims blaming migrants and suggesting vaccines are dangerous. Experts debunk these myths, highlighting that diphtheria has long existed in Australia and is exacerbated by lower vaccination rates in remote communities, not immigration.
Australia is experiencing its largest diphtheria outbreak in 35 years, with over 220 cases reported, primarily in the Northern Territory. Federal and state governments are mobilizing to boost vaccination rates and address the crisis, which is disproportionately affecting Indigenous Australians.
Australia is facing its largest diphtheria outbreak in 35 years, with over 220 cases reported, primarily in the Northern Territory. The federal government is preparing a support package to boost vaccination rates, as coverage has fallen to a five-year low. Respiratory diphtheria, a more severe form, is common, leading to hospitalizations and straining health systems.
Australia's Federal Health Minister Mark Butler is deeply concerned as a major diphtheria outbreak, one of the worst in decades, spreads from the Northern Territory into Western Australia, Queensland, and South Australia. Thousands still need boosters, with a significant portion of the affected Indigenous population yet to be vaccinated.
Australia's Federal Health Minister Mark Butler is "very concerned" about the nation's worst diphtheria outbreak in decades, which has spread from the Northern Territory into Queensland and South Australia. Over 133 cases have been reported in the NT, with more in SA and QLD. The outbreak disproportionately affects Indigenous Australians, and efforts are underway to increase vaccination rates.
Once a major cause of childhood deaths, diphtheria was largely eliminated through vaccination. Health authorities say falling immunity may now be helping the disease spread again.
Once a major cause of childhood deaths, diphtheria was largely eliminated through vaccination. Health authorities say falling immunity may now be helping the disease spread again.
The Northern Territory has recorded the country's first reported death from diphtheria in almost a decade, as experts urge people to get vaccinated.
