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Measles is a highly contagious viral illness that causes a skin rash and fever. It can lead to serious and potentially life-threatening complications.

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

Rubella (German measles) is a viral illness that causes a skin rash and joint pain.

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

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

Find facts on symptoms, diagnosis and treatments of diseases and illnesses.

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

Oral conditions such as mouth ulcers and oral thrush can happen to young babies and infants.

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

Some jobs have a higher risk of exposure to infectious diseases, so if your job is one of these, it’s a good idea to check your immunisation status.