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Australian Immunisation Register update

From 27 August 2025, the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) due and overdue rules for Pneumococcal will be updated to support changes to the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Key updates Prevenar 20 and Vaxneuvance will become standard vaccines within the AIR. These vaccines will: contribute...

Childhood pneumococcal vaccine schedule change from 1 September 2025

The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (DHDA) is updating the childhood pneumococcal vaccination schedule on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), based on advice from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI). Starting September 1, 2025, a new vaccine, Prevenar 20,...

New and updated respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) resources

The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing have released several new and updated resources in the wake of the Australian Immunisation Handbook RSV chapter update. The resources include: a new frequently asked questions fact sheet that answers common questions about RSV for...

RSV vaccine recommended for expectant mothers

Expectant mothers are being urged to talk to their healthcare professional now about protecting themselves and their families against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a highly contagious virus that can lead to serious illness. Gold Coast Primary Health Network (GCPHN) Board Chair, Dr Ka-Kiu Cheung...