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Protect yourself against Q fever

Lillian Altman

FARMERS working with livestock should be rolling up their sleeves to get the Q fever vaccination. Q fever is an illness caused by the bacteria Coxiella burnetii, carried by animals such as cattle, sheep, goats, and kangaroos. These animals often appear distinctly unwell before being diagnosed. According to Queensland Health, Q fever can be contracted […]

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