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Immunisation and vaccinations for your child

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting children against certain diseases. Discover more about childhood vaccinations.

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Immunisation or vaccination - what's the difference?

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

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Whooping cough and pregnancy

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough, its treatment, the National Immunisation Program, and when you can get vaccinated against whooping cough

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Vaccinations and pregnancy

Your immune system can weaken during pregnancy, so you and your baby can be susceptible to infections and illnesses. Some vaccinations are recommended.

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Measles in babies and children

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

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General health guide for your child

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

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Measles and pregnancy

Find out about measles and pregnancy, the symptoms, if measles could affect your unborn baby, and what to do if you’ve had contact with someone who has measles.

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Rubella and pregnancy

Find out about the symptoms of rubella, what can happen if you catch rubella before pregnancy or while pregnant, and how to protect yourself against infection.

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Mumps in babies and children

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

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Pregnancy and breastfeeding with hepatitis B

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.

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