Dec 14, 2021
Pathology Explained
What is a virus: How viruses spread, how they differ from bacteria, and common viral infections
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the word ‘virus’ has become a household term, being used in casual conversation on a day-t
May 31, 2019
Latest News - New breakthroughs
How rapid flu testing has eased winter woes in this Melbourne hospital
There have been warnings all around Australia of the imminent influenza season, however it appears that the season has started earlier than
May 31, 2019
Latest News - New breakthroughs
Australia’s never-ending flu season
Pathologist notes an unusual trend in summer cases and explains patient benefits of testing
The 2018 and 2019 flu seasons are morphing into
Aug 24, 2017
Latest News
More flu cases or just more flu tests – is this really the worst flu season since 2009?
So far in 2017, more cases of influenza have been reported than last year in the same period but some health professionals have been keen to
Apr 3, 2016
Pathology Explained
California, Hong Kong or Brisbane; where are you headed this flu season?
Influenza strains are named after some exotic destinations but where do these names come from and what role does pathology play in fighting
