| Farmers Warned of Q Fever Case |
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There has been a case of Q fever reported at Wudinna on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, so people working with livestock are being urged to get a vaccination. The Mid-West Health Service says a doctor will be at the Wudinna clinic from next week to provide immunization, which requires appointments over two weeks. Janine Bascombe from the health service says Q fever is spread through contact with cattle, sheep and goats. She says the long-term impact of the disease can include heart damage and chronic hepatitis. For the entire story, click here.
Source: ABC News Online |