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Australian parents oblivious to true danger of the flu

New research investigating the devastating impact of the 2017 flu season by PAEDS-FluCAN, a national collaboration observing influenza in children, confirmed it was time to take action after thousands of children were hospitalised with the virus last year.

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Institute celebrates eradication of rubella in Australia

The eradication of rubella in Australia is evidence of the vital role vaccinations play in protecting our health, researchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia say.

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Pioneering technique opens new window on first week of life

An international team of researchers has pioneered a technique which gives unprecedented insight into the dramatic changes occurring in a baby’s body in the first week of life.

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Experts gather for Aboriginal Immunisation Workshop

Experts in Aboriginal infectious disease research are in Perth this week for the National Indigenous Immunisation Research Workshop (November 7-8).

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Time running out to prepare for flu season

People are being urged to ensure they've had their vaccination with the 'flu season expected to hit in Western Australia within weeks.

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The science of immunisation: Questions and answers

Common myths about immunisation have been laid to rest in a new booklet written by top immunologists and published by the Australian Academy of Science.

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Vaccination seminar presentations

On Monday May 30, The Kids Research Institute Australia held a free public seminar on vaccination, hearing from paediatricians and infectious disease researchers.

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Immunisation advice before, during and after pregnancy

Are you pregnant or planning to have a baby? There are important vaccinations that you should consider to protect your health and the health of your baby.

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The Kids Research Institute Australia researcher awarded support funding

A Kids Research Institute Australia researcher has been awarded $10,000 from the New Independent Researcher Infrastructure Support (NIRIS) award.

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Vaccination timing essential

We all know how important it is to vaccinate a child against harmful diseases but vaccinating a child at the right wrong age can cost lives.