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Vaccination and immunisation Vaccination Matters

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Vaccination records Vaccination Matters

WebAny vaccination given in Australia since 1 January 1996 can be recorded on the AIR. Ask your doctor or vaccination provider to update your record. If you get vaccinated while …

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The flu vaccine and why it’s so important Vaccination Matters

WebGetting the vaccine from April allows your immune system to develop protection well ahead of peak flu season, which is usually in August. Vaccination also …

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Where to get vaccinated Vaccination Matters

WebGetting vaccinated is easy. You can get most vaccines from your GP or other vaccine service providers. Find out where to get vaccinated. You can get vaccinations from a …

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Importance of getting vaccinated Vaccination Matters

WebVaccines reduce the risk of getting rare diseases. While some diseases aren’t common in Australia, they may be common in other countries. Vaccination will protect you and your …

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Children and adolescents (10

WebChildren and adolescents can get the following free vaccinations if they missed one. Human papillomavirus (HPV) up to and including 25 years. dTpa, meningococcal ACWY and …

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Who should get vaccinated and when Vaccination Matters

WebWhen you need to get vaccinated depends on your age and what vaccinations you’ve already had. For the best protection, you should get vaccinated on the due date. These …

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The flu (influenza) Vaccination Matters

WebFree flu vaccinations. The flu vaccine is free for all Queenslanders aged 6 months and older. If you’ve already paid for your flu vaccine, or you pay for one up until 30 September …

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Vaccination Matters

WebVaccines contain small amounts of dead, weakened or partial virus/bacteria. When they are injected into the body, the immune system responds by producing antibodies …

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Meningococcal B vaccine now free through the Queensland …

WebInvasive meningococcal disease is a rare but severe infection that can cause serious illness, disability, and death. Teenagers and young adults have a higher risk of …

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HPV Vaccination Matters

WebHPV. HPV (also known as human papillomavirus) is a common virus that affects people of all genders and ages. In fact, if you’re sexually active, it’s likely you …

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COVID-19 Vaccination Matters

WebMost people who get COVID-19 will have mild to moderate symptoms that can be managed at home. However, some people may become seriously ill and need hospitalisation. …

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Measles: not so harmless Vaccination Matters

WebMeasles: not so harmless. Many people think of measles as a fairly harmless disease. However, this is simply not true. Measles can cause very serious health issues …

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

Web70 years and older. You should get the following vaccinations: Influenza, it’s free for people 65 or older. Varicella zoster (shingles) pneumococcal, depending on your previous …

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RSV immunisation Vaccination Matters

WebFrom 15 April 2024, newborn babies can get a free RSV immunisation in Queensland birthing hospitals. Your baby or infant will get the immunisation if they: have certain …

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During pregnancy Vaccination Matters

WebIf you get whooping cough (pertussis) during pregnancy you may get pneumonia, fits and brain damage from prolonged lack of oxygen. It’s also a serious disease for babies and …

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Other vaccine preventable diseases Vaccination Matters

WebDiphtheria is a contagious and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection. It's spread by air-borne droplets that infect the throat and nose, or through direct contact with infected …

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Children under 10 years Vaccination Matters

Web6 months old. All children should get the following vaccinations: DTPa-hepB-IPV-Hib ( diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, hepatitis B , polio and haemophilus influenzae type …

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