Scientists call for action on disease risks from climate change

By Dan Harrison
Updated April 30 2015 - 4:14pm, first published 12:15am
Increased risks: Mosquitoes are expected to bring tropical diseases south. Photo: Supplied
Increased risks: Mosquitoes are expected to bring tropical diseases south. Photo: Supplied

A range of tropical diseases will become more widespread in Australia due to climate change, including a dramatic increase in mosquito-borne illnesses, scientists warn. Their research has prompted leading doctors to call for a co-ordinated response from the federal and state governments to the pending crisis.

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