Vaccinations and immunisation protect babies and children. Read more on why and when to vaccinate your child, and about side effects and costs.

What's the difference between immunisation and vaccination? Find out how vaccines work and the difference between primary and booster doses.

Vaccination is especially important before and during pregnancy. Read on to learn why, as well as information on side effects and costs.

Find out how babies and children catch mumps, the symptoms, how to treat your child at home, and when to have them vaccinated against mumps.

Here is a general health guide covering good nutrition, exercise, regular checkups and vaccinations. Learn more about to keep your child in good health.

Find out about the symptoms of measles, how to help prevent your child catching measles, and how to treat them at home if they get measles.

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that can damage the liver. It can be passed from mother to baby during birth so pregnant women are routinely tested.

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough (pertussis), its diagnosis and treatment, and when you should be vaccinated to protect your baby.

Chickenpox is generally a mild viral illness in children and babies. Find out what to do if you think your child has chickenpox and how to treat it.

If you catch rubella while pregnant, it can be dangerous for your baby. Learn about the rubella symptoms, how to protect yourself against infection.