Viruses

West Nile virus

West Nile virus is a viral infection carried by mosquitoes. A person infected with the virus may have no symptoms, or
From Better Health

Ross River virus disease can cause joint swelling and pain, fatigue and muscle aches. Many infected people also develop
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Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). This is the same virus that
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Kissing offers many health benefits but may also transmit a small number of disease-causing agents such as bacteria and
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Poliomyelitis (polio) is a serious disease, caused by a virus. It can be prevented with immunisation. All children and
From Better Health

Ross River and Barmah Forest viruses are carried by mosquitoes and can cause disabling rheumatic symptoms. Barmah
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Chickenpox is a common, very contagious viral infection that over 90% of people get during childhood unless they have
From Child & Youth Health

Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. It can be caused by bacteria or viruses, and people who are ill for some other
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There are two main types of Herpes Simplex virus (HSV). HSV type 1 mostly causes sores (cold sores) around the mouth,
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Tristeza represents one of the biggest threats to citrus production around the globe. The severity of the strains can
From HortNET New Zealand

Agriculture officials are investigating a possible incursion of a plant disease - impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) -
From HortNET New Zealand

Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease that tends to target children aged less than 14 years.
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Hepatitis B is an infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It affects the liver, causing damage to liver cells.
From Child & Youth Health

About 1 in 1,000 children develop juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA). They will develop painful, swollen and hot
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Cold sores are caused by a virus called herpes simplex virus (HSV). Cold sores are very common. About 20% of children
From Child & Youth Health