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Measles can cause serious and sometimes fatal complications, including pneumonia and brain inflammation.

Immunisation is the best protection against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chickenpox).

Once hearing is damaged, it often can't be restored.

Viral encephalitis is inflammation of the brain caused by a virus and can cause permanent brain damage.

Otosclerosis eventually affects both ears, but the condition doesn?t cause total deafness.

Rubella is a mild illness for most people, but very dangerous for pregnant women and their babies.

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

Can a child's immune system be overloaded by immunisations? The answer is no. Talk to a qualified medical expert like your doctor to find out more about immunisation.

Find out how important you and your child's immunisation is to the most vulnerable members in our community.

If you are travelling overseas, check with your doctor well in advance to find out what immunisations you need.