Flesh-eating Buruli ulcer cases discovered in inner Melbourne suburbs
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The ulcer is usually associated with coastal areas of Victoria.
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Cases of the flesh-eating Buruli ulcer have been discovered in the Melbourne suburbs of Essendon, Moonee Ponds and Brunswick West, Victoria s Department of Health has said the first time a non-coastal area has been identified as a potential area of risk.
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The Department of Health said a genetic analysis suggested there was a common link to the Melbourne cases
The risk of catching it in the new areas is low , the department said
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