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National Immunisation Program update - RSV vaccine

In 2025, eligible pregnant women will be able to receive the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine for free under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).

New ‘Super Kids’ ad helps families understand the importance of childhood immunisations

The Australian Government has launched new advertising for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents and carers reminding them about the importance of childhood vaccinations.

National Immunisation Program (NIP) Meningococcal ACWY changes from 1 July 2024

MenQuadfi® will be funded through the NIP for adolescents aged 14 to 19 years

Protect our older community with a COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 vaccination rates are lower than needed to protect our older community, particularly aged care residents.

Expansion of the National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP) Program

From Monday 29 April 2024, the NIPVIP Program will be expanded to allow pharmacies to claim a payment for the off-site administration of National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccinations in residential aged care and disability homes.

Addition of Q fever vaccines to the Australian Immunisation Register

From 15 April 2024, vaccination providers can report Q fever vaccines and natural immunity information to the Australian Immunisation Register.

2024 National Immunisation Program influenza vaccination – early advice for health professionals

Influenza vaccination is our best defence against influenza.

Mandatory reporting changes to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) from 1 March 2024

Legislative changes require vaccination providers to report additional details to the AIR.

Supplies of the Shingrix vaccine

A statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Paul Kelly, on supplies of the Shingrix vaccine.

Launch of the National Immunisation Program Vaccinations in Pharmacy (NIPVIP) Program

From 1 January 2024, participating pharmacies can receive payment for administering National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccines in a pharmacy setting.

National Immunisation Program – changes to shingles vaccination from today

The shingles vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) has changed.

National Immunisation Program – changes to shingles vaccination from 1 November 2023

From 1 November 2023, the shingles vaccination schedule under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) will change.

AHPPC statement – Advice to support safe cruising

The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) agreed at its meeting on 16 August 2023 to rescind the current Communicable Diseases Network Australia (CDNA) National Guidelines for Cruising in Australia (the CDNA Guidelines). The CDNA Guidelines will be rescinded as of 25 August 2023.

Childhood immunisation – One more way to keep them safe

Learn more about childhood immunisation and how to protect your kids with free routine immunisations.

National Immunisation Program (NIP) changes from 1 July 2023

From 1 July 2023, changes to the National Immunisation Program are coming into effect. This includes listing Vaxelis® as an alternative vaccine for children of a certain age, and the meningococcal B catch-up vaccination program for First Nations children under 2 years of age will be made ongoing.

Protect yourself and your mob from the flu this winter

Influenza (also known as 'flu') is a highly contagious illness caused by the influenza virus. There are simple things you can do to protect yourself and your mob from flu.

ATAGI advice on the preferential use of bivalent COVID-19 vaccines for primary vaccination of people aged 12 years or older

ATAGI has made recommendations on the use of bivalent COVID-19 vaccines as a primary course.

Fighting flu starts with you

Getting your annual flu vaccination can protect you from influenza and its complications. The influenza vaccine is recommended for everyone aged 6 months and over.

The new COVID-19 and Influenza Immunisation History Statement

From 15 April 2023, you can use the new COVID-19 and Influenza Immunisation History Statement from the Australian Immunisation Register.

New campaign reminds parents and carers about the importance of timely childhood vaccination

The Australian Government has launched a new public awareness campaign.

Top up your COVID-19 protection

The Australian Government has launched a new advertising campaign to encourage adults to get a COVID-19 booster if it has been 6 months or more since their last COVID-19 vaccination or infection.

New provider resources about influenza vaccination for First Nations’ people

Vaccination providers play an important role in offering influenza vaccines for First Nations people. New resources are now available to support vaccination providers in having conversations with First Nations’ families.

2023 National Immunisation Program influenza vaccination – Early advice for vaccination providers

Vaccination against influenza (flu) continues to be important this year. Vaccination is our best defence against flu viruses.

Release of the Australian Government's response to the Review of COVID-19 Vaccine and Treatment Purchasing and Procurement

The Australian Government has responded to the Halton review into COVID-19 vaccine and treatment procurement.

ATAGI recommendations on use of the Moderna bivalent (Original/Omicron BA.4/5) COVID-19 vaccine

Recommendations from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on the use of the Moderna bivalent (Original/Omicron BA.4/5) COVID-19 vaccine.
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