As winter illness circulation increases across Australia, workplace health is once again front of mind for many organisations. Seasonal influenza and COVID-19 continue to attract significant attention each year – and understandably so – but they are not the only illnesses capable of impacting workplaces, productivity, and employee wellbeing. Many industries face an increased exposure […]
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Diphtheria symptoms, spread, vaccination and Australia’s current outbreak Diphtheria is a serious and highly contagious bacterial infection that was once a major cause of illness and death worldwide, particularly in children. Thanks to widespread vaccination programs, cases in Australia have been rare for many years – however, recent outbreaks across several Australian states are a
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For many Australians, “pushing through” illness has long been viewed as a sign of commitment and resilience. Remember the old ‘Soldier On’ ads from Codral?? Employees often feel pressure to keep working despite feeling unwell – whether due to workload, deadlines, staffing pressures, or simply not wanting to let their team down. But when it comes to infectious
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Each year, World Immunisation Week is an opportunity to reflect on the vital role vaccines play in protecting individuals, workplaces, and the broader community. At VaxWorks, it’s also a moment of pride. Every clinic we deliver, every program we support, and every person we vaccinate contributes to a healthier, more resilient population. We’re proud to
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The recent announcement from the Western Australian Government to provide free influenza vaccinations this flu season is a positive step toward improving community health and increasing vaccine accessibility. This public initiative gives businesses the opportunity to take a proactive approach to protecting their people through more cost-effective workplace flu vaccination programs. A cost-effective solution for
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