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What is pertussis (whooping cough)? Why childhood immunisations are important
Pertussis, also called whooping cough, is a bacterial infection that can have serious complications in children.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – Simple and safe
Routine childhood immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect children against serious preventable diseases. This video explains the importance of having high immunisation rates, vaccine safety and the immune system’s natural response to the vaccine.
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What is hepatitis B? Why childhood immunisations are important
Hepatitis B is a virus that can have serious complications in children that can be chronic and lifelong.
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What is mumps? Why childhood immunisations are important
Mumps is a contagious viral infection that can have serious complications in children.
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What is influenza? Why childhood immunisations are important
Influenza is a common and contagious viral infection and can be serious in children.
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Dr Jung Yoon Huh explains why childhood immunisations are important – Korean
Childhood vaccinations help protect babies and young children from serious diseases. In this video, a trusted healthcare professional answers common questions about childhood immunisation.
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What is varicella (chicken pox)? Why childhood immunisations are important
Varicella, also known as chickenpox, is a highly contagious virus that causes discomfort and can be dangerous in babies and pregnant people.
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What is polio? Why childhood immunisations are important
Polio is a rare and contagious viral infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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Childhood immunisation – what to expect in your child’s first 4 years
Vaccines under the National Immunisation Program give children the best protection from serious disease as soon as possible.
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What is measles? Why childhood immunisations are important
Measles is a highly contagious infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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What is diphtheria? Why childhood immunisations are important
Diphtheria is a rare bacterial infection that can cause serious complications in children.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – How vaccines work
When a child is vaccinated, their immune system produces antibodies, helping protect them from infection. This video explains the importance of parents following the National Immunisation Schedule, to ensure their child have the best protection against diseases.
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Routine Childhood Immunisation – Why timing is important
This video explains why timely childhood vaccination is important to protect your child from serious illness. It explains the safety and effectiveness of each vaccine, how many doses are required for full protection, and the age at which vaccines provide the best protection.
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Dr Lucy Deng explains why childhood immunisations are important – Cantonese
Childhood vaccinations help protect babies and young children from serious diseases. In this video, a trusted healthcare professional answers common questions about childhood immunisation.
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What is pneumococcal disease? Why childhood immunisations are important
Pneumococcal disease is a bacteria that lives in the nose and throat and can have serious complications in children.
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Dr Lily Vu explains why childhood immunisations are important – Vietnamese
Childhood vaccinations help protect babies and young children from serious diseases. In this video, a trusted healthcare professional answers common questions about childhood immunisation.
ATAGI 123rd meeting bulletin – 30 and 31 July 2026
This document provides an overview of the discussion from the 123rd meeting of the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI).
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 28 July 2026
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 12 July 2026
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 5 July 2026
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
Influenza (flu) immunisation data – 1 March to 19 July 2026
Weekly report of year to date immunisation figures broken down by age groups and immunising provider types. Compares vaccination rates with the previous 3 years.
Residential aged care COVID-19 vaccination rates – 22 July 2026
COVID-19 vaccination rates in residential aged care.
Residential aged care influenza vaccination rates – 22 July 2026
This table provides influenza vaccination rates of aged care residents by facility across Australia using data from the Australian Immunisation Register.
ATAGI Advice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026
Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) advice regarding diphtheria vaccination in outbreak settings 2026.
Maternal RSV case study Mei-Ling – social media tile
Social media tile about Mei-Ling and her experience with RSV and maternal vaccinations.
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