Australia was declared free of Malaria in 1981, but a few hundred cases happen here each year, as people return from travel abroad. There have also been some cases in the Torres Strait Islands. It is widespread in large parts of Africa, Asia, South America, the Pacific Islands and other places. When intending to travel, [...]
Symptoms of Malaria include: Fever Chills & sweats Aches & pains Headaches Nausea or vomiting Abdominal pain Diarrhoea Life-threatening complications of Plasmodium falciparum infection include: Jaundice (yellow discoloration of the eyes & skin) Abnormalities in blood clotting Kidney Failure Liver Failure Haemolytic Anaemia (a low blood count due to breakdown of red blood cells) Rupture [...]
It’s essential to avoid getting mosquito bites in the first place: try to stay indoors at times of the day when mosquitoes are most active ideally, stay in an air-conditioned room with insect screens, and/or sleep under a mosquito net that’s been treated with Permethrin. apply appropriate mosquito repellent to your body and spray it [...]
Malaria may be suspected due to symptoms during or after travel to a malarial zone. It’s possible to get Malaria even if you’ve taken preventive medication- so anyone with suspicious symptoms should see a doctor for assessment. The diagnosis can be confirmed by a blood test
Treatment for Malaria usually requires an admission to hospital. There are different treatment options- the choice of medication will depend on the location and the particular strain. The parasite has become resistant to some commonly used medications. This drug resistance varies from region to region, and can change over time. Therefore, it’s vital that the [...]
A medical certificate issued by a telehealth doctor is a legal document and contains all the appropriate information you'd expect- including relevant dates, full professional details of the doctor, and their signature. Qoctor has conducted thousands of telehealth appointments over the past few years. Our service is supported by employees and employers alike.
No. A video consultation with a doctor is required before a UTI script can be issued. The doctor needs to assess your symptoms, medical history and whether telehealth treatment is suitable; a questionnaire alone is not enough.
A Qoctor UTI consultation costs $29.99 all-inclusive. This covers the online assessment, video consultation and, if the doctor considers treatment clinically appropriate, delivery of the antibiotic prescription direct to your phone or chosen pharmacy. No Medicare details are needed. However, providing Medicare details can be helpful as it enables eScripts and PBS prescribing.
Same-day UTI consultations are available 365 days a year, with priority booking available if you are in a hurry. If the doctor approves treatment, your eScript can go direct to your phone or chosen pharmacy within minutes.
Jet lag refers to symptoms arising from crossing several time zones, particularly following rapid travel. Common symptoms of jet lag include: Feeling tired or exhausted Difficulty staying awake Sleeping excessively Disturbed sleep Poor concentration Reduced coordination Irritability Changes in appetite Altered bowel habit (constipation or loose stools)- may be related to change in meal times [...]
