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Q fever is an infection caused by the bacterium Coxiella burnetii, which is carried by livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats, as well as some domestic and wild animals.
The most common way is by breathing in contaminated dust or particles from animals or their products. Contact with animal birth fluids, wool, meat, or milk can also spread the disease.
People who work with or around animals or animal products are at higher risk, such as farmers, abattoir workers, shearers, vets, animal transporters, and laboratory staff.
Symptoms can include high fever, chills, sweats, muscle aches, severe headache, fatigue, and sometimes pneumonia or hepatitis. In some cases, people can develop long-term (chronic) illness.
Yes. The Q fever vaccine is highly effective and provides strong protection for most people. It’s available for adults aged 15 and over.
Yes. Everyone must have a blood test and skin test before vaccination. This checks if you’ve already had exposure to Q fever, since people who’ve had the infection shouldn’t be vaccinated.
It involves two visits about a week apart:
First visit: skin test and blood test.
Second visit: vaccine is given if you’re eligible.
One dose of the Q fever vaccine usually provides long-lasting protection, potentially lifelong.
Most people have only mild reactions such as redness, swelling, or tenderness at the injection site. Serious side effects are rare.