Flesh-eating Buruli ulcer, spread by mosquitoes, emerges in Batemans Bay, NSW, raising statewide health concerns.
Flesh-eating Buruli ulcer, spread by mosquitoes, has appeared in Batemans Bay, NSW, causing concern over potential statewide spread. The bacteria, linked to possum excrement, have been found in Victoria, where cases are frequent. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent skin damage. Health authorities advise minimizing contact with mosquitoes. The disease, curable with proper treatment, has been present in Australia since the 1940s.
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