Immunisation
Immunisation
New parents often have many questions about vaccinating their children. The following Australian Government resources provide up to date evidence based information about vaccines and immunisation for your family.
- Comprehensive information about immunisation: Australian Government’s immunisation website
- The National immunisation program (NIP) schedule provides information about recommended vaccinations for babies, children, adolescents, and adults. National immunisation program schedule
Also refer to the NIP information for details about the following vaccines:
- Influenza
- Whooping cough (pertussis)
- Hepatitis B.
Mater acknowledges consumer consultation in the development of this patient information.
Mater Doc Num: PI-CLN-430122
Last modified 27/4/2020.
Consumers were consulted in the development of this patient information.
Last consumer engagement date: 20/4/2020
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