Researchers from the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases at Telethon Kids Institute have shared their expertise with the community in Cockburn, covering topics ranging from respiratory disease in babies to recurring ear infections in kids. ...

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Skin infections such as impetigo and scabies are highly contagious, and can lead to serious health complications without treatment. These types of skin infections are major problems in remote Aboriginal communities. ...

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Asha Brad Glenn Jonathan Marianne Tim Bowen Farrant Pearson Carapetis AM Mullane Barnett AC BM G JR MM TB BA MBBS DCH FRACP PhD GAICD OAM BSc (Hons), ...

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Scientific Launch Speakers Professor Liz Davis @ProfLizDavis  @CDCTelethonKids Professor Davis is the Co-Director of the JDRF Global Centre of ...

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Anthony Thomas Pamela Luke Garratt Jessica Hillas Daniel Laucirica Kevin Looi Kelly Martinovich Samantha McLean Kak Ming Ling Samuel Montgomery ...

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Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common chronic, life-shortening genetic condition affecting young Australians. There is no cure but researchers are working to prevent the onset of lung disease. ...

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Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is the most important cause of acquired cardiovascular disease in children and young adults. Virtually non-existent in most of Australia, it still predominantly affects Aboriginal communities. ...

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Developmental Coordination Disorder is a lifelong disability impacting most aspects of daily living that involve movement. With an estimated prevalence of ~5% of children, the disorder affects an average of one to two children in every Australian classroom. ...

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Middle ear infections are one of the main reasons that children visit a GP, are prescribed antibiotics and need surgery. Aboriginal children are particularly susceptible and commonly suffer from hearing loss which can affect speech and learning. ...

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