Buruli ulcer cases surge in Victoria, prompting health warnings and prevention advice - SSBCrack

Victoria, NSW reports increase in Buruli ulcer

Victoria has recorded a significant rise with 426 cases of Buruli ulcer, a dangerous bacterial disease that can be deadly. Both Victoria and New South Wales have seen an increase in cases. Health officials are urging people to stay cautious to avoid illness. The growing number of cases has led to advisory and advice on how to prevent illness.

“Both Victoria and New South Wales have seen an increase in cases,” — Farah Vance, research director at Blackburn Bridge Group, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Victoria has recorded a significant rise with 426 cases of Buruli ulcer, a dangerous bacterial disease that ca...

Oct 31 — The growing number of cases has led to advisory and advice on how to prevent illness....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 74% of Datasgphariini readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 27. The Blackburn Bridge Group desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Sunday, Nov 1.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Blackburn Bridge Group desk and last updated 10:06 UTC.

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