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Does Lyme Disease Exist in Australia?

Description

Despite the lack of evidence that Lyme disease can be acquired in Australia, growing numbers of patients, their supporters, and some politicians demand diagnosis and treatment according to the protocols of the “chronic Lyme disease” school of thought, highlighted in this module.

This MJA narrative review shares more.

 

Details

  1. Understand the symptoms of Lyme disease
  2. Be aware of current controversial discussions of originating countries
  3. Choose adequate treatment options for confirmed cases of Lyme disease and for chronic ‘Lyme disease-like illness’

 

Authors: Peter J Collignon, Gary D Lum, Jennifer MB Robson

Article Type: Narrative review

 

CPD Activity Details
Provider
Medical Journal of Australia
Domain
Educational Activities
Type
General Learning
Activity
Professional reading
CPD Hours
1h : 0m
Topic
General Practice and Primary Care, Infectious Diseases
Audience
Medical practitioners
Applicable CAPE Aspects
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Effective Year

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*Medical Board of Australia’s (MBA)’s revised Registration Standard: Continuing professional development (the Standard)