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Acute Rheumatic Fever is a notifiable condition in the Northern Territory, Western Australia and Queensland.... read more

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Awareness among health staff, people at risk and their families and communities is key to timely diagnosis and management. ... read more

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Acute Rheumatic Fever occurs primarily in children and young adults, and is most commonly seen in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Acute rheumatic fever affects the joints, brain, skin, and heart. ... read more

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What Is
Rheumatic heart disease?

Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is chronic damage to the valves in the heart that is caused by repeated cases of acute rheumatic fever (ARF). This can be prevented by regular treatment.

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RHD Australia

We work with Rheumatic Heart Disease control programs and other partners throughout Australia to reduce death and disability from this disease among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

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