Influenza and pertussis vaccination in pregnancy
Antenatal immunisation with Influenza and pertussis (whooping cough) vaccines are strongly recommended in every pregnancy to protect both the mother and baby from disease and its complications. Evidence around the timing of pertussis immunisation in pregnancy has recently been reviewed and it is now recommended that a pertussis containing vaccine be administered between 20 and 32 weeks of the pregnancy. Immunisation is provided free to all pregnant women through the National Immunisation Program.
For further information about maternal vaccination recommendations visit our reference page MVEC: Maternal vaccination during pregnancy
Defeating the Ministers of Death- a new publication
Professor David Isaacs (Paediatric Infectious Diseases, University of Sydney) has recently published a new book regarding the history of vaccination and the impact on our future health.
We are honoured that this book will be sold at our upcoming Clinical Vaccinology Update (CVU) on Friday 26th April 2019 and Prof. Isaacs will be in person to autograph every book!
So make sure you get your hands on a copy and have it signed!
For more information on how to access this great resource, please follow this link: Defeating the Ministers of Death
Updated resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients
An updated immunisation reference page is now online for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. This new page also details the latest recommendations for meningococcal immunisation in this population group. From 2019 Influenza vaccination will be funded for all people from 6-months of age. To view the page please follow the link below:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander immunisation recommendations
CVU on Fri 26th Apr 2019 - 30% Celebratory Discount: WINNERS!
Congratulations to the following subscribers, you have secured yourself a 30% discount to the upcoming CVU! The winners for this contest are:
- Tracy Ann Murphy from The University of Melbourne
- Roslyn Wilson from Knox City Council
- Julie Cockle from Knox City Council
- Anna Mikic from City of Whittlesea
- Evelyn Lee from The Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital
- Jessica Merry from City of Melton
- Kathryn Nalder from City of Greater Bendigo
- Bernadette Kosmina from City of Wodonga
- Sandra Mogg from Moira Shire Council
See you there!
CVU on Fri 26th Apr 2019 - 5 FREE Tickets for Regional Victoria (only) Immunisation Health Professionals: WINNERS!
Thank you for your enthusiastic participation in the contest. We are happy to announce the following winners:
- Ellen Brewster from Casterton Coleraine Medical Centre
- Kathryn Shepherd from Hamilton Medical Group
- Brenda Miller from City of Greater Bendigo and Bendigo Medical Centre
- Anu Tillekeratne from Hospital Street Doctors
- Roanne Reynolds from Ovens Medical Group
We look forward to seeing you there!
Tips for discussing vaccination
You don't have to be an expert to be an effective advocate for vaccination. Dr. Jessica Kaufman and Dr. Margie Danchin have shared some helpful tips on the best approach to discussing immunisation. Read the full story.
Get the facts about immunisation
The Australian Government Department of Health has just developed a new media campaign supporting the importance of immunisation, vaccinating on time and the safety of vaccines. More information can be found via the Get the facts about immunisation campaign site or via the links below:
It's really important to vaccinate on time
Dr Nigel Crawford explains how vaccines are tested and monitored for safety
The Australian Government is vaccinating against more diseases than ever before
Vaccines strengthen your child's immune system
Updated maternal immunisation resources
Monash Health immunisation have recently updated their patient information brochures regarding Influenza and Pertussis vaccination during pregnancy. Please find these updated resources via our reference page below:
Maternal vaccination during pregnancy
CVU bookings now open
You can now purchase tickets to the Clinical Vaccinology Update on Friday 26th April.
Please follow the link on our EVENTS page to secure your place now!
MVEC has a new web address!
To reflect our alliance with the Murdoch Children's Research Institute, we can now be found at mvec.mcri.edu.au
We welcome any feedback via email: [email protected]