Whooping cough (also known as ‘pertussis’) is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the lungs and airways. The disease is highly infectious and most serious in babies under the age of 12 months. Babies are at greatest risk of infection until they can have at least two doses of the vaccine (minimum 4 months old)…
The healthdirect Symptom checker guides you to the appropriate healthcare action: if you need to see a doctor or go to your nearest hospital or emergency department. It helps you understand symptoms and possible signs of illness, causes and complications. With Symptom checker you can find out: what to do – advice on the next…
Many cases of unexplained mild tiredness or fatigue are usually not due to any serious underlying conditions and can be self managed. Mild fatigue is usually short lived and is easily overcome by some simple remedies. Common causes include not getting enough sleep, a poor diet and other lifestyle factors. Always consult a health professional…