03 May 2024
Forensic Science Queensland hosts international stakeholders forum Published: 03 May 2024
orensic Science Queensland has hosted a two-day forum with key stakeholders to discuss and develop the future service delivery model for forensic services in Queensland.
30 Apr 2024
Record-breaking Ross River virus detections in Queensland mosquitoes
Queensland entomologists have detected Ross River virus from a record-breaking number of mosquito samples this summer season, coinciding with a high number of Ross River virus cases among Queenslanders.
12 Feb 2024
Heightened risk of Ross River virus in Queensland
Queensland Health is warning of a heightened risk of Ross River virus infection across the state after surveillance activities revealed a sharp rise in detections of mosquitoes carrying the virus.
08 Feb 2024
Rapid increase in cryptosporidiosis cases hits Queensland
Health authorities are urging Queenslanders to prioritise good hygiene habits and not use swimming pools, water parks, and other recreational water facilities for two weeks after experiencing diarrhoea symptoms amid a recent spike in cryptosporidiosis cases.
02 Feb 2024
Cancelled: Heat Health Warning for Queensland’s Tropical North Coast and Tablelands
PROTECT YOURSELF against the impacts of extreme heat – severe to extreme heatwave conditions for Queensland’s Tropical North Coast and Tablelands region as at 6pm, 29 January 2024
29 Jan 2024
Heat Health Alert for Queensland’s Tropical North Coast and Tablelands
PROTECT YOURSELF against the impacts of extreme heat – severe to extreme heatwave conditions for Queensland’s Tropical North Coast and Tablelands region as at 6pm, 29 January 2024
02 Jan 2024
Heat Health Alert for Far North and Southwestern Queensland
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has predicted extreme to severe heatwave conditions will impact parts of far northern Queensland until Thursday 4 January 2024.
26 Dec 2023
Heat Health Alert for Gulf Country District (North West Queensland)
The Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) advises an extreme heatwave is impacting the Gulf Country District until Friday 29 December.
22 Dec 2023
Food safety tips for a microbe-free holiday season
The holiday season is traditionally a time to eat, drink and be merry - and no one wants their festivities ruined by food poisoning.
22 Dec 2023
Keep mosquitoes on the naughty list this summer
Summer’s here and mosquitoes are breeding, but before you dive into the festive season, gear up with tips to avoid mosquito bites for an itch-free and joyful season.