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- Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a bacterium that causes a life-threatening infection that can lead to serious illness, especially in children.
- 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.
- Childhood immunisation
Being immunised from an early age helps protect your child against serious childhood infections.
- Diphtheria
Diphtheria is a serious bacterial disease that causes severe inflammation of the nose, throat and windpipe.
- Spleen
Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.
- Immunisation – common questions
We answer some common questions about immunisation, including how immunisation works, why it's important and where you can be immunised.
- Hepatitis B – immunisation
Immunisation against hepatitis B reduces the risk of infection in babies.
- Polio – immunisation
You need several doses of the vaccine before you are fully protected against polio.
- Whooping cough
The major symptom of whooping cough is a severe cough, which is often followed by a 'whooping' sound.
- Travel immunisation
If you are travelling overseas, check with your doctor well in advance to find out what immunisations you need.