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New measles cases in Queensland show ‘herd immunity’ is more important than ever

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Australia free of measles in 2014.

Historically, high childhood measles vaccination coverage and thorough follow-up of suspected cases have helped prevent outbreaks.

But in the last six weeks, a growing outbreak in Queensland – along with cases and clusters in Western Australia, Victoria...

Greater choice for consumers in choosing home care provider
As of the 1st of July 2015, consumers who receive a government funded home care package have the freedom to choose their service provider. Not only that, but they will be able to choose what…
How virtual reality spiders are helping people face their arachnophobia
If this spider is making you feel extremely anxious, sweaty or uncomfortable, exposure therapy might help.from www.shutterstock.comGradually exposing people to the thing they fear, say a spi…
The pros and cons of buying property vs renting property
Two-thirds (66 per cent) of Australians either own or are paying off a property, and, on average, 32 per cent of the population are renters.[1] Deciding which category you fall into is a…
Do you know what to do when you get injured on the construction site in NSW?
When compared to other job environments, construction sites provide a greater risk. So much so that the risk still exists even if all acceptable security safeguards are taken. While work…
10 Important Rules for House Painting
A man's home is his castle; it's our haven and our place of rest. So it's essential to take care of our home and occasionally do some home improvement projects. Perhaps a new coat of f…

Learning to tie essential sailing knots is one of the most valuable skills any sailor can master. ...

Introduction Melbourne’s climate is famously unpredictable, but when the sun shines, it often b...

The number one shot in Australia (and the USA) is turning up the heat! Fireball Whisky is brin...

Learning to drive can feel exciting and a little overwhelming at the same time. Whether you’re pre...