What is influenza? Why childhood immunisation are important
Influenza is a common and contagious viral infection and can be serious in children.
What is mumps? Why childhood immunisation are important
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can have serious complications in children.What is rubella? Why childhood immunisation are important
Rubella is a viral illness that can have serious complications in babies and pregnant people.What is hepatitis B? Why childhood immunisation are important
Hepatitis B is a virus that can have serious complications in children that can be chronic and lifelong.What is pertussis (whooping cough)? Why childhood immunisation are important
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a bacterial infection that can have serious complications in children.What is rotavirus? Why childhood immunisation are important
Rotavirus is a viral infection that can be dangerous in babies and children as it can cause serious gastro symptoms.What is meningococcal? Why childhood immunisation are important
Meningococcal is a contagious bacterial infection that can be fatal in children and requires emergency medical attention.What is measles? Why childhood immunisation are important
Measles is a highly contagious infection that can cause serious complications in children.What is varicella (chicken pox)? Why childhood immunisation are important
Varicella, also known as chickenpox, is a highly contagious virus that causes discomfort and can be dangerous in babies and pregnant people.What is polio? Why childhood immunisation are important
Polio is a rare and contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications in children.What is diphtheria? Why childhood immunisation are important
Diphtheria is a rare bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.What is tetanus? Why childhood immunisation are important
Tetanus is a bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.What is pneumococcal disease? Why childhood immunisation are important
Pneumococcal disease is a bacteria that lives in the nose and throat and can have serious complications in children.What is hib? Why childhood immunisation are important
Haemophilus influenza Type B, also known as Hib is a bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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