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Vinod Balasubramaniam

Vinod Balasubramaniam

Pearls and Irritations

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Hendra virus has killed a horse in Queensland. Should we be worried?

There is no vaccine for humans against Hendra. The virus is severe and can be deadly – but it’s very rare.

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The Conversation

Vinod Balasubramaniam

Lyssavirus is rare, but deadly. What should you do if a bat bites you?

A man in NSW has died after being infected with bat lyssavirus. Here’s what to know about this infection.

04.07.2025 4

The Conversation

Vinod Balasubramaniam

Could mpox become established in the Indo-Pacific?

While the Indo-Pacific has been one of the regions least affected by mpox in the past, that could change if the virus spreads unchecked. Once...

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Pearls and Irritations

Vinod Balasubramaniam