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  1. Whooping cough (Pertussis)

    The major symptom of whooping cough is a severe cough, which is often followed by a 'whooping' sound.

  2. Diphtheria

    Diphtheria is a serious bacterial disease that causes severe inflammation of the nose, throat and windpipe.

  3. Childhood immunisation

    Being immunised from an early age helps protect your child against serious childhood infections.

  4. Whooping cough – a family’s experience (video)

    A family shares their experience when their baby daughter contracted whooping cough (or pertussis)

  5. Immunisation and pregnancy

    Immunisation can protect a woman and her unborn baby against many infectious diseases.

  6. Secondary School Immunisation Program

    Some immunisations are recommended for all Australian teenagers.

  7. Immunisation – DTP, polio, hep B and Hib

    A number of combined immunisations against diphtheria, tetanus and other infectious diseases are available to provide protection at various life stages.

  8. Immunisation - common questions

    We answer some common questions about immunisation, including how immunisation works, why it's important and where you can be immunised.

  9. Immunisations – catch-ups and boosters

    If you've recently arrived in Australia or missed out on an immunisation for any reason, you may need catch-up doses.

  10. Don't risk the flu. Get vaccinated today.

    This winter season, help protect your child from serious illness with a free flu vaccine.

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