Cold & Flu

When to see a doctor for your cold: Signs and symptoms
Allergies 22 Jun 2026

When to see a doctor for your cold: Signs and symptoms

Not sure if your cold needs medical attention? Learn when to see a doctor for your cold, with advice for babies, pregnancy and chest colds.
New needle-free vaccine now available in Australia
Children's Health 19 May 2026

New needle-free vaccine now available in Australia

Pharmacy 777 shares what you need to know about Australia's new needle-free flu vaccine, available for the first time in 2026.
Someone Sick in the Family? How to Disinfect Your Home Properly
Allergies 24 Jun 2024

Someone Sick in the Family? How to Disinfect Your Home Properly

Viral infections can sometimes have a knock-on effect. One family member falls sick, and soon enough other members of the household are also affected. Well, that’s usually because one person suffering from sickness can leave behind germs of cold and flu that remain glued to household items and…
Protect your kids with free routine immunisations
Children's health 13 Oct 2023

Protect your kids with free routine immunisations

Childhood immunisation is a safe, free and effective way to protect your children from serious diseases. From the moment they’re born, most babies can fight the germs they encounter every day, but there are some serious and life-threatening diseases they are not protected from. The free vaccines available through the…
Is it a cold, or flu, or an infection? Guide to fevers in children
Children's health 30 Sep 2022

Is it a cold, or flu, or an infection? Guide to fevers in children

All kids get a fever from time to time. A fever is not something harmful in itself, and often indicates that the body warmed up to fight an infection. Parents are sometimes confused about what adequate measures should be taken when they find their child uneasy at midnight,…
The Complete Australian Flu Vaccine Guide 2022
Cold & Flu 15 Mar 2022

The Complete Australian Flu Vaccine Guide 2022

Wondering why you should get the flu vaccine this season? Find all your questions answered in Healthengine's flu vaccine guide 2022.
Flu Vaccine 2019: How to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones this Flu Season
Allergies 19 Apr 2019

Flu Vaccine 2019: How to Protect Yourself and Loved Ones this Flu Season

Flu will affect thousands of Australians this year according to medical experts. Learn how you can immunise yourself and your family against the virus.
Influenza Vaccine (Flu Vaccine)
Allergies 15 Mar 2019

Influenza Vaccine (Flu Vaccine)

Flu vaccine is an important step towards preventing the spread of influenza. Read about the types of vaccines and how to obtain them to prevent…
Influenza (flu)
Allergies 15 Mar 2019

Influenza (flu)

Jump To What is Influenza (Flu)? Statistics Risk Factors Progression Symptoms Clinical Examination How is it Diagnosed Prognosis Treatment References What is Influenza (Flu)? Influenza is an acute respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus which exists as…