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Immunisation Coalition

The Immunisation Coalition is a not-for-profit organisation and the leading voice in whole-of-life immunisation in Australia, protecting all Australians against vaccine preventable diseases.

It collaborates with like-minded organisations such as Primary Health Networks (PHNs), Public Health Units, Government health departments and other groups that fight vaccine hesitancy.

The Immunisation Coalition is a champion for immunisation education, providing timely, accurate and science-based information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent.

Vision and mission

To improve the protection of all Australians against infectious diseases by advocacy for immunisation.

The Immunisation Coalition's mission is to achieve this by:

  • creating public awareness regarding the importance of immunisation by providing educational materials and communication programs
  • co-operating with key Australian professional bodies, consumer advocacy groups and the Australian, State and Territory Governments in their educational activities focused on immunisation to bring information to Australian healthcare professionals and the public
  • working with consumers, health professionals and organisations with an interest in immunisation, ensuring that the information provided to consumers through their website and other communication channels is current, easily understood and informed by the science.

How the Immunisation Coalition can help

  • by creating awareness and providing evidence-based information
  • by providing educational resources
  • holding scientific meetings and educational forums on influenza and adult vaccination

Programs apps and tools

Recommended links

Last reviewed: September 2024

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Vaccination During Pregnancy Guide - Immunisation Coalition

About Pregnancy And Vaccinations Whooping Cough Vaccination During Pregnancy Influenza Vaccination During Pregnancy COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy RSV Vaccination During Pregnancy RSV Prevention In High-Risk Infants Download the Guide pdf About Pregnancy And Vaccinations People are particularly vulnerable during pregnancy and should receive the influenza vaccine, the whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine, and now a COVID-19 vaccine and an RSV vaccine to protect themselves and their baby

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RSV - Immunisation Coalition

About RSV RSV Symptoms How RSV Spreads RSV Complications RSV Prevention RSV Treatment More RSV Information About RSV Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that infects the airways and lungs

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RSV Guide - Immunisation Coalition

About RSV Cause And Transmission How Is RSV Treated? RSV Prevention Pharmaceutical Interventions RSV In Young Children RSV In Adults Download the Guide pdf About RSV Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that infects the airways and lungs

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HPV - Immunisation Coalition

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) can affect both men and women and in some cases lead to cancer. A free HPV vaccine is available through school vaccination programs.

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Influenza Guide - Immunisation Coalition

About Influenza Influenza And The NIP Timing Of Vaccinations 2025 Influenza Vaccines Available For Use In Australia Influenza And COVID-19 Influenza And Pregnancy Influenza And Children Enhanced Influenza Vaccines For Older People Influenza and Heart Attacks Co-Administration With Other Vaccines Download the Guide pdf About Influenza Influenza is a potentially fatal disease that is estimated to cause up to 100 deaths and 5,100 hospitalisations in Australia annually

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Keep yourself protected from Meningococcal - Immunisation Coalition

Meningococcal is a life threatening disease that can cause meningitis or septicaemia. Find out how vaccination can help protect you.

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How Vaccines Work - Immunisation Coalition

Vaccines work by developing immunity to diseases with the body's natural defences. Vaccines will prime your body against any future attacks by the disease.

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Herd Immunity - Immunisation Coalition

Herd Immunity makes it hard for infectious disease to spread from person to person. It occurs when a high percentage of the population is immune to an infectious disease.

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PneumoSmart Vaccination Tool

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Antiviral Treatments For Influenza - Immunisation Coalition

About Influenza Antivirals Which Antiviral Treatments Are Available In Australia? How Do Influenza Antiviral Medicines Work? When To Use Influenza Antivirals Treatment With Influenza Antivirals Prophylaxis With Influenza Antivirals Side Effects How Effective Are Influenza Antivirals? General Recommendations Current Australian Licensed Indications Download the Guide pdf About Influenza Antivirals Vaccination remains the first line of defence against influenza

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