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Gastroenteritis is an illness which may cause such symptoms as diarrhoea, stomach cramps, vomiting, nausea, fever and headache. The most common causes of gastroenteritis are bacteria, viruses and certain parasites, which can be found in soil, wild and pet animals including birds, and humans.
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Reviewed May 2008
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Media release. National guidelines for nursing homes
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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In response to recent gastro-outbreaks in nursing homes, the Minister for Ageing, Mrs Justine Elliot today announced a response plan.
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Jul 2008
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Handwashing - why it's important
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Better Health Channel
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Washing your hands properly after using the toilet, changing nappies, handling animals and before and after handling food helps prevent the spread of various forms of gastroenteritis, some of which can cause serious health problems. Use soap and warm running water and wash hands for at least 10 seconds.
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Jun 2008
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Gastroenteritis
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Queensland Health
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Gastroenteritis is the inflammation of the stomach and intestines. It may be caused by bacteria (such as campylobacter, salmonella and shigella), viruses (such as rotavirus or norovirus) or parasites (such as giardia and cryptosporidium).
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Apr 2007
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Media release. Gastroenteritis outbreak: Broughton Hall
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Minister for Ageing is continuing to closely monitor the situation at Broughton Hall since the outbreak of gastroenteritis was brought to his attention on 14 April.
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Apr 2007
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Media release. Gastroenteritis outbreak: Broughton Hall
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Further to his statement issued on 16 April, the Minister for Ageing, Christopher Pyne, said he was continuing to monitor the situation at Broughton Hall very closely.
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Apr 2007
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Gastroenteritis - an overview
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Better Health Channel
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Gastroenteritis is an illness triggered by the infection and inflammation of the digestive system. Symptoms include abdominal cramps, diarrhoea and vomiting. Some of the causes include viruses, bacteria, bacterial toxins, parasites, particular chemicals and some drugs.
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Feb 2007
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Gastroenteritis - amoebiasis
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Better Health Channel
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Amoebiasis is a type of gastroenteritis (gastro) and is a cause of diarrhoea among travellers to developing countries. Avoid drinking unbottled water and eating uncooked foods, especially raw fruits and vegetables which cannot be peeled before eating, when travelling to areas with poor sanitation.
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Sep 2006
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Advice on viral gastroenteritis in aged care facilities
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Viral gastroenteritis often causes outbreaks, particularly in places where people are in close contact or in confined spaces. Norovirus outbreaks in aged care facilities are very common and difficult to control. It is important to treat gastroenteritis in institutions seriously.
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Jun 2006
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Fact sheet - viral gastroenteritis
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NSW Health
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Viral gastroenteritis is a common infection of the stomach and intestines that results in vomiting and diarrhoea. It can be caused by a number of different viruses, such as Rotavirus and Norovirus (previously known as Norwalk-like virus).
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Oct 2003
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