Fever affects around 70% of pre-school children every year. Giving children either paracetamol or ibuprofen is effective in reducing fever.
Asbestos remains a global health threat, with over two million tonnes produced in 2008.
Cancer Council Australia has published a quick reference guide to assist GPs and other health professionals in the screening and surveillance of specific cancers.
GPs are being asked to help identify Australians living with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease to take part in research studies.
The Occupational Hygiene Training Association has unveiled an exciting new learning resource.
Rates of severe pneumonia in hospitalised Northern Territory Indigenous children are among the highest reported in the world
Possibly the most important factor in warding off viruses is hygiene.
Researchers have established evidence that supports the use of high frequency jet ventilators to help premature babies with respiratory disease.
Approximately 5 million people die of acute respiratory tract infections annually, and of these deaths, pneumonia is the most common cause.
