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  1. Influenza (flu)

    Influenza (the flu) is caused by a virus. The flu is more than just a bad cold. It can occasionally lead to serious complications. Immunisation offers protection from flu.

  2. Influenza (flu) – immunisation

    Influenza (flu) immunisation is recommended for people in known high risk groups.

  3. Bird flu (avian influenza)

    The symptoms of bird flu in humans are similar to those of regular influenza.

  4. 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.

  5. Rimani in salute questo inverno (Stay well this winter - Italian)

    L'influenza e il COVID circolano tutto l'anno, ma l'inverno in modo particolare favorisce la diffusione delle malattie.

  6. Childhood immunisation

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

  7. Spleen

    Surgically removing a diseased or damaged spleen is possible without causing any serious harm to the person.

  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. Travel immunisation

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

  10. Diphtheria

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

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