Algal bloom information 'inconsistent', amid survey of health impacts of the bloom (opens original article in a new tab)

South Australia's algal bloom led to health issues and criticism of inconsistent public health information, with a volunteer survey highlighting symptoms like coughing and sore throats.

• Algal bloom in South Australia caused health issues including coughing, sore throat, and headaches.
• Public health information was criticized as inconsistent and inaccessible for people with disabilities.
• A volunteer survey found 59% of respondents had coughing and 48% had sore throats during the bloom.