New immunisation reference page: Recommended additional vaccines for purchase up to 20 years of age (unfunded)
There are additional vaccines recommended by vaccine experts that are available for private purchase. They are not free as they are not listed on the National Immunisation Program or funded by the government. See our new immunisation reference page for more information about which additional vaccines are recommended for people aged up to 20 years old here:
एमवीईसी: 20 वर्ष की आयु तक खरीद के लिए अनुशंसित अतिरिक्त टीके (अनफंडेड)
New immunisation reference page: Kawasaki disease and vaccines
Kawasaki disease is a relatively uncommon illness that mostly affects children under five years of age. Blood vessels throughout the body become inflamed causing a collection of symptoms. There is no scientific evidence of vaccines causing Kawasaki disease, however precautions must be taken with live vaccines if an episode of Kawasaki disease has been treated with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG).
See our new reference page, Kawasaki disease and vaccines अधिक जानकारी के लिए।
New immunisation reference page: Western Health immunisation service
The Western Health Immunisation Service at Joan Kirner Women and Children's Hospital was opened in July 2017. The clinic is a walk in clinic for families with children up to the age of 20. Pregnant women and their partners can also access the available services.
Please see our Western Health Immunisation Service reference page अधिक जानकारी के लिए।
New reference page: G6PD and vaccines
G6PD deficiency is a genetic disorder in which the body does not have enough of an enzyme, glucose-6-phosphate-dehydrogenase. If you are G6PD deficient, prevention of infection is important. Read more about G6PD and vaccines on our G6PD reference page.
It's not too late to get the flu vaccine!
Flu is now a year-round phenomenon, according to Victorian health authorities, after a 10-fold increase in infections in 2019.
The Age: Flu now a risk year-round as horror surge triggers $200 million package
Travelling to a measles endemic country?
For infants travelling to countries experiencing extensive measles transmission, a free dose of MMR vaccine may be given as early as 6 months of age.
For further information, please refer to our updated measles reference page, which also contains a link to the Australian Academy of Science measles information.
New immunisation reference page: Cold chain
The cold chain is the system of transporting and storing vaccines within the temperature range of +2°C to +8°C from the place of manufacture to the point of administration. The optimal storage temperature for vaccines is +5°C.
The Vaccine Storage Guidelines 'Strive for 5' provides information and advice for vaccine storage management for Australian immunisation service providers.
For further information, please refer to the Cold Chain संदर्भ पृष्ठ।
New immunisation reference page: Tetanus prone wounds management
Tetanus, also known as lockjaw, is a serious bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani. Tetanus causes severe muscle spasms and can be fatal. The bacteria live in soil, dust and animal faeces. Tetanus can be prevented by vaccination.
For further information and immunisation recommendations please refer to MVEC’s new immunisation reference page: टेटनस प्रवण घाव प्रबंधन
Zoster vaccine resources
Administration of Zostavax® (zoster vaccine) in individuals who are immunocompromised is contraindicated due to the risk of causing disseminated disease. Prior to immunisation, and in conjunction with the pre-immunisation checklist, द Zostavax® GP Decision Aid should be completed to ensure patient safety. For further information on Zostavax®, please refer to the updated links below:
MVEC: Zostavax® GP Decision Aid
MVEC: Zoster vaccine (Zostavax®) FAQs