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COVID-19 vaccination – Local Government Area (LGA) – 8 November 2024
Report
These reports list the percentage of people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 by local government area (LGA).
COVID-19 vaccination – vaccination data – 8 November 2024
Dataset
This data file contains statistical data about Australia's COVID-19 vaccinations.
Residential aged care residents COVID-19 vaccination rates – 8 November 2024
Dataset
This table provides COVID-19 vaccination rates of aged care residents by facility across Australia over the past 12 months, using data from the Australian Immunisation Register.
COVID-19 vaccine rollout update – 8 November 2024
Presentation
This presentation, delivered on 8 November 2024, contains an update to Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
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Childhood immunisations – the schedule
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The National Immunisation Program schedule outlines the routine childhood immunisations recommended for all children in Australia. In this video, Australian Government Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan answers questions from parents and carers about the schedule.
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Childhood immunisations – Why do we have yearly influenza vaccines?
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The Australian Government Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan explains how and why influenza vaccines are updated each year.
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Childhood immunisation – what parents can expect
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In this video, Australian Government Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan explains what parents and carers should expect when their child goes to get their first vaccination. This includes how they can prepare their child for vaccinations, what happens during the appointment and more.
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Childhood immunisations – how do they work?
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Parents and carers have lots of questions about childhood immunisations, and how they work to protect their child against illness. In this video, Australian Government Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan answers some of the top questions.
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Childhood immunisations – vaccine safety
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Childhood immunisation is a safe and effective way to protect children against serious disease. Vaccines go through many stages of development and testing. Australian Government Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer Alison McMillan explains how vaccine safety is ensured.
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I’ve had the shingles vaccine – Uncle Shad
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Uncle Shad works in health, and he’s seen how debilitating shingles can be when it affects mob, family and friends.
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I’ve had shingles – Aunty Robyn
Story
Aunty Robyn shares her experience with shingles, a viral infection that can be really nasty; especially if you are over 50 or if your immune system is weak.
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Shingles vaccination – Uncle Edward
Story
Uncle Edward has heard how painful shingles can be and encourages mob to protect themselves with the shingles vaccine.
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Shingles vaccination – Sarah, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Story
Clinical Nurse Specialist Sarah explains the importance of shingles vaccination for older people. She describes how debilitating shingles can be.
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Shingles vaccination – Uncle Rod
Story
Uncle Rod heard about the free vaccination and encourages mob to protect themselves with the shingles vaccine.
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Shingles vaccination – Dr Eileen
Story
Dr Eileen describes the serious complications of shingles and urges people to protect themselves from the virus.
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I know someone who had shingles – Aunty Nerida
Story
Aunty Nerida used to be a nurse. In this video, she shares her patients’ experiences with shingles.
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I’ve had shingles – Uncle Garry
Story
Uncle Garry shares his experience with shingles, a viral infection that can be really nasty; especially if you are over 50 or if your immune system is weak.
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I’ve had the shingles vaccine – Aunty Kay
Story
Aunty Kay has had shingles and never wants to get it again. She wants to spread the word about how people can protect themselves against it.
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I’ve had the shingles vaccine – Aunty DJ
Story
Aunty DJ explains how shingles can impact people’s lives. She encourages people to protect themselves with a shingles vaccination.
Getting more than 1 vaccine at a time – Easy Read
Fact sheet
This Easy Read fact sheet tells us about how vaccines we give to children are safe and how children can get multiple vaccines in the same appointment.
Side effects from vaccines – Easy Read
Fact sheet
This Easy Read fact sheet tells you about the side effects your child might get from a vaccine and what you can do to help make them feel better.
What vaccines children should have – Easy Read
Fact sheet
This Easy Read fact sheet tells you about the vaccines your child should get to keep them safe from serious disease.
How to get a vaccine for your child – Easy Read
Fact sheet
This Easy Read fact sheet tells you how to get vaccines for your child and how to get your child’s information ready for the appointment.
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Health professionals answer commonly asked questions about shingles and the shingles vaccine – Podcast recording
Presentation
In this podcast, Doctor Richard Mills and Registered Nurse, Trina Scott, answer commonly asked questions about shingles and the shingles vaccine, Shingrix ®. They provide advice for health professionals to help shield their patients from shingles.
Where to get information about vaccines for children – Easy Read
Fact sheet
This Easy Read fact sheet tells you where to get the best information about vaccines for children, and help you get ready for your vaccine appointment.
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