Need to talk? Call 1800 882 436.
It's a free call with a maternal child health nurse. *call charges may apply from your mobile

Is it an emergency? Dial 000
If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately.

beginning of content

Search results for: "Vaccination"

Need more information?

Flu vaccination - myDr.com.au

In 2020, all Australians should get a flu vaccine as early as possible, as the COVID-19 pandemic converges on our flu season.

Read more on myDr website

Influenza vaccination in pregnancy | Australian Government Department of Health

The influenza vaccine is provided at no cost for pregnant women through the National Immunisation Program. If you’re pregnant, speak to your doctor, nurse, or midwife today.

Read more on Department of Health website

Australia's COVID-19 Vaccine National Rollout Strategy | Australian Government Department of Health

The Australian Government has announced the COVID-19 Vaccine National Rollout Strategy.

Read more on Department of Health website

Varicella-zoster (chickenpox) vaccines for Australian children | NCIRS

Varicella (also known as chickenpox) is a viral illness caused by primary infection with the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It is characterised by vesicular skin lesions and fever.

Read more on National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS) website

Flu vaccination and pregnancy – Vaccinate against flu. Protect your baby too | Australian Government Department of Health

The flu shot is safe for pregnant women, and provides effective protection for you and your new-born baby for the first six months of their life.

Read more on Department of Health website

Influenza | NCIRS

Influenza vaccination during COVID-19 pandemic - FAQs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Read more on National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS) website

Cervical cancer screening | Cancer Council

Read about the cervical screening program designed to work together with the HPV vaccination program, to help reduce the incidence of cervical cancer

Read more on Cancer Council Australia website

Your flu shot matters more than ever - Better Health Channel

Fight flu this winter. Protect yourself – get vaccinated.

Read more on Better Health Channel website

The flu shot, explained - NPS MedicineWise

Get your flu shot now -- everything you need to know about the flu shot in 2020

Read more on NPS MedicineWise website

Immunisation Coalition | Travel FluSmart - Immunisation Coalition

Don't spend your overseas adventure sick. Get all the tips, tricks and info you need to protect yourself from Influenza before you start your trip.

Read more on Immunisation Coalition website

Call us and speak to a Maternal Child Health Nurse for personal advice and guidance.

Need further advice or guidance from our maternal child health nurses?

1800 882 436

Video call

This information is for your general information and use only and is not intended to be used as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition, nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes.

The information is not a substitute for independent professional advice and should not be used as an alternative to professional health care. If you have a particular medical problem, please consult a healthcare professional.

Except as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, this publication or any part of it may not be reproduced, altered, adapted, stored and/or distributed in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Healthdirect Australia.