Throughout Life

Immunisation prevents 2-3 million deaths a year and is recognised as one of the world's most successful and cost-effective health interventions....Read More

Immunisation has eliminated many diseases, like smallpox, completely. It has slowed the spread of many other diseases. Influenza, chicken pox, whooping cough and measles still have occasional outbreaks, mainly introduced from overseas. These infections could return in large numbers if people stop vaccinating....Read More

Vaccination is a key public health measure that helps reduce infections from serious diseases. Disease related disability and death is also decreased by vaccination. Adolescents may pass on infectious diseases to others through direct or indirect contact....Read More

Millions of Australian adults are unvaccinated and it's increasing disease risk for all of us. Flu vaccination uptake rates are low in adults, including among those who work in health, aged care and childcare....Read More

Immunisation during pregnancy is vital to protect the mother and unborn child. We recommend pregnant women receive vaccines for whooping cough, influenza and now COVID-19....Read More

Vaccines are one the greatest achievements of public health and have significantly reduced morbidity and mortality from a range of vaccine-preventable diseases. Immunisation remains an important part of ongoing health care for older Australians....Read More