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A 'rare parasitic fungus' is infecting Top End footballers. Here's what we know

Health authorities say a rare water-borne pathogen is behind the recent outbreak of severe conjunctivitis in Top End football clubs, with a number of Darwin playing fields deemed high-risk infection sites.

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ABC AustraliaApr 2, 2026, 11:10 PM

A 'rare parasitic fungus' is infecting Top End footballers. Here's what we know

Health authorities say a rare water-borne pathogen is behind the recent outbreak of severe conjunctivitis in Top End football clubs, with a number of Darwin playing fields deemed high-risk infection sites.

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