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Immunisation is one of the safest and most effective ways we know of stopping preventable diseases from spreading. Find out more about immunisation in Australia...
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine helps prevent infection with HPV that causes cervical cancer...
Immunisations in Victoria are provided by local councils, GPs and specially qualified nurses in medical clinics and community health services, some Maternal and Child Health nurses, travel clinics and...
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacterium that causes a life-threatening infection that can lead to serious illness, especially in children...
If you are travelling overseas, check with your doctor well in advance to find out what immunisations you need...
Influenza immunisation is recommended for people in known high risk groups...
Immunisation can substantially reduce the risk of pneumococcal disease, especially in young children...
Travelling to developing nations is not encouraged during pregnancy, due to the risk of disease and the standard of medical facilities...
By law, parents or guardians must provide an Immunisation History Statement when enrolling children in any childcare service, kindergarten or primary school in Victoria...
Being immunised from an early age helps protect your child against serious childhood infections...