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Floods Claim Lives: Melioidosis Warning in Queensland

2/21/2025

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Devastating floods in North Queensland have led to three tragic deaths from melioidosis, with health officials reporting over 20 cases this month. The Townsville Public Health Unit urges vulnerable individuals to steer clear of flood clean-up efforts and to don protective gear, highlighting the urgent need for safety against this dangerous soil-borne disease.

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Devastating floods in North Queensland have led to three tragic deaths from melioidosis, with health officials reporting over 20 cases this month. The Townsville Public Health Unit urges vulnerable individuals to steer clear of flood clean-up efforts and to don protective gear, highlighting the urgent need for safety against this dangerous soil-borne disease.