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29 October 2025

Measles alert
Measles typically develops around 10 days after being exposed to the virus, but this can vary from 7 to 18 days.
17 October 2025

New STI campaign launches
The next phase of WA Health’s Healthysexual campaign will include syphilis, in response to sustained infection rates – particularly among 15 to 19-year-olds in regional Western Australia and high-risk populations in metropolitan Perth.
14 October 2025

WA Excellence in Allied Health Awards 2025: Meet the winners
Eleven outstanding allied health professionals and teams were recognised at the WA Excellence in Allied Health Awards 2025, on Tuesday 14 October.

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29 October 2025

Denmark receives fluoridated drinking water to support better oral health
The Denmark community now has access to fluoridated drinking water, improving protection against tooth decay and supporting the long-term health and wellbeing of residents in Western Australia’s Great Southern.
29 October 2025

Ross River virus detected in mosquitoes in the South West
WA Health is urging residents and travellers to the South West to avoid mosquito bites after this season’s first detection of Ross River virus (RRV) in mosquitoes.
23 October 2025

Spring gardening reminder: Protect yourself from Legionnaires’ disease
With spring now here, WA Health is reminding gardeners to take simple precautions when using potting mix and soil to avoid the risk of Legionnaires’ disease.

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