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- What is q fever?
- Symptoms of q fever
- Causes of q fever
- Prevention of q fever
- Risk factors for q fever
- Complications of q fever
- When to see a doctor about q fever
- Diagnosis of q fever
- Conventional treatment of q fever
- Alternative/complementary treatment of q fever
- Living with q fever
- Caring for someone with q fever
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Last reviewed: 24 November 2007 || Last updated: 8 February 2009
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To learn more, go to the following web sites:
- Australian Q Fever Register (Australia)
- Q Fever Management Program (Australia)
- Q Fever Vaccine Supply - CSL (Australia)
- Centre for Disease Control and Prevention - Q Fever (USA)
NOTE: Mega doses of any type of vitamin, mineral, amino acid or herbal supplement cannot cure illnesses and in fact can be very dangerous and produce toxic side effects and interfere with medicine you are taking. Always ensure you consult your doctor before taking any type of complementary supplements.
Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
