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, by Tatianna Gerard Ross River Virus Detected in Victoria: Key Facts & Practical Guide for Protection
Ross River virus is a mosquito-borne illness that circulates in Australia every year, but recent reports of detections in Victoria’s Gippsland region in news media...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Camping This Summer? Here Are 6 Ways to Beat the Mozzies
Camping in Australia over summer is one of life’s great pleasures — warm nights, open skies, river swims and campfire meals. But for many campers,...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What Areas in Australia Are Most at Risk for Japanese Encephalitis?
Over the past few summers, Australia has seen a noticeable increase in mosquito activity — and with it, a rise in mosquito-borne diseases. One virus...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Summer Health Risks: The Viruses Most Likely to Spread This Season
When most of us think about “virus season,” we picture winter colds and flu. But in Australia, summer brings its own wave of viruses —...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Natural vs DEET: Which Insect Repellent Really Works?
Whether you’re planning a camping trip, heading on a tropical holiday, or simply enjoying a summer evening outdoors, insect repellents are a must-have. The challenge...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Spring Means Mosquito Season: How to Stay Bite-Free as the Weather Warms
Spring in Australia is one of the best times of the year. The days get longer, the sun feels warmer, gardens come alive again —...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Buruli Ulcer: How Possum Poo & Mozzies Are Spreading The Flesh-Eating Disease
You might think that possums rustling around your backyard or the odd mosquito bite is just part of Aussie suburban life—but what if they were...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Can Mosquitoes Bite Dogs? What Every Pet Owner Needs to Know
Mosquitoes are an unavoidable nuisance during the warmer months, buzzing around relentlessly in search of their next meal. While we often think of these pesky...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Why Do Mosquito Bites Affect Some People More Than Others?
For most people, a mosquito bite is nothing more than a small, itchy bump that disappears in a day or two. But for others, a...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Busting 11 Mosquito Myths: What’s True & What’s Not?
In many parts of Australia, mosquito populations explode in the summer months, especially after heavy rains and flooding create stagnant water—the perfect breeding ground for...
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, by Tatianna Gerard The Link Between Climate Change & The Rise in Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Across the world, mosquito-borne diseases like Dengue, Malaria, and Zika virus are on the rise, spreading into regions previously considered low-risk. Many experts are turning...
