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

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough, how to prevent it spreading, when your child should see a doctor and when they can get vaccinated against it.

Enteroviruses cause a range of illnesses which are usually mild. You can help prevent the spread of enterovirus infection by practising good hygiene.

Chickenpox in adults is a serious disease, especially in pregnant women. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if you think you may have chickenpox.

Find out more about the symptoms of rubella, when your child should see a doctor, how to care for a sick child at home, and how the disease spreads.

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

Congenital disorder, also known as congenital disease or birth defects, are conditions present from birth. Find out more about congenital disorders.

A rash on your baby’s skin may indicate a serious condition, especially if they also have a high temperature, cough or swollen neck glands. Learn more here.

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.