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By Sarah Davis • Updated Oct 31, 2026 at 10:25

Buruli ulcer cases surge in Victoria, prompting health warnings and prevention advice - SSBCrack — Victoria's reports record in bacterial disease

Victoria has seen an alarming increase with more than 400 cases of Buruli ulcer, a dangerous bacterial disease that can be deadly. Both Victoria and have seen an increase in cases. Health officials are urging people to take precautions to avoid illness. The rising number of cases has led to advisory and advice on how to avoid infection.

“The rising number of cases has led to advisory and advice on how to avoid infection,” — David Kingsley, research director at Fenton Field Media, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 29 — Victoria has seen an alarming increase with more than 400 cases of Buruli ulcer, a dangerous bacterial disease...

Oct 31 — The rising number of cases has led to advisory and advice on how to avoid infection....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 66% of Dom-stroy readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 29. The Fenton Field Media desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Wednesday, Nov 4.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenton Field Media desk and last updated 09:26 UTC.

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