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Q Fever Vaccinations

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Q Fever
Q Fever is caused by a bacteria called Coxiella burnetii. It is spread from livestock such as sheep, cattle, and both wild and domestic animals. When humans come into contact with the bacteria, they can get severe flu like symptoms and there is risk of complications including pneumonia, or hepatitis. 

How do you get Q Fever?
a. direct contact with the infected animal through broken skin 
b. contact with airborne bacteria 
- birthing, slaughtering or butchering of animals
- handling infected animal fluids, tissue excretions
- herding, sheering or transporting animals
- mowing contaminated grass
c. drinking unpasteurised milk from infected animals

Vaccination is the best way to proctect yourself from acquiring Q fever. This is recommended for those who work in high risk occupations including
a. veterinarians / nurses / students
b. farmers / stock handlers / stockyard workers
c. abattoir workers



Where can I get my Q Fever vaccination?

Dr David Le from Ashford Avenue Family Practice offers Q fever vaccination. It requires 2 consultations over 7 days.
- On the first visit, a skin prick test and a blood test is performed.
- You will be required to return 7 days later (cannot be before or after) to determine the results of the tests. If the results are suitable, you will be given the Q fever vaccine. During this consult, our nurse will help facilitate uploading your Q fever vaccine details to the Q Fever register. 

Q fever consultations are available by appointment. Please ring reception on 02 9774 3388 to make a booking and receive instructions on our COVID Safe measures. As the vaccine is not supplied by the National Immunisation Program Schedule, Q fever vaccinations are privately charged. 

More Information
NSW Health Q Fever 
Australian Q Fever Register 


Contact Info

Ashford Avenue Family Practice
3/126 Ashford Ave Milperra,
​NSW 2214
Phone: (02) 9774 3388
Fax: 02 9774 3588

After Hours

​When the practice is closed, for non urgent medical care you can call National Home Doctor on 13 7425. If it is an emergency, please present to your nearest Emergency Department or dial 000.

Opening Hours

Monday- Friday:
8:30am to 5pm

Saturday - Sunday: 
Closed


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  • Home
  • COVID Alert
  • Our Team
    • Dr. Susan Sunwoo
    • Dr. David Le
    • Dr. Angela Le
    • Dr. Olivia Missiakos
  • Services
    • General Practice >
      • Women's Health
      • Chronic Disease Management
      • Child Health
      • Skin Checks
      • Flu Vaccinations
    • Antenatal Shared Care
    • Work Health >
      • WorkCover
      • Corporate Flu Vaccinations
      • Q Fever Vaccinations
    • Mental Health >
      • GP Mental Health Plan
    • Travel Vaccinations >
      • Yellow Fever Clinic
  • Patient Information
    • Schedule of Fees
    • Privacy Policy
    • Useful Websites
  • Locate Us