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National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance — Australia’s trusted immunisation experts. This account shares information and resources.
Westmead, Darug Country
Joined July 2013
Boost your impact in immunisation! Apply to join the upcoming Australian Vaccinology Course for the opportunity to learn directly from a range of Australian and international leaders in immunisation. Find out more and apply:
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A new in-person course for professionals seeking a deep, evidence-based understanding of vaccines, immunology and vaccination programs. Find out more and apply:
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We talk to Litiana Volavola, the National Program Manager for Immunisation, Fiji. Read: Voices from the Field: Insights from In-Country Program Managers | NCIRS.@AmbGlobalHealth @dfat @gavi .#VaccinesWork #Vaccines #GlobalHealth
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Pregnant women can now get a free RSV shot. What other vaccines do you need when you’re expecting?.Learn more: @BiancaMiddlet15 @rns75_doyle @drarchanakoira1 @DanchinMargie @peter_2611 @healthgovau .#VaccinesWork #Immunisation #Vaccines.
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Flu is seasonal and so it seems are flu vaccines. @WHO advises on annual recommendations of specific flu strains to be included in each hemisphere’s immunizations against Influenza, preventing millions of deaths. @gavi .#VaccinesWork.
New analysis reveals that without influenza vaccines, #flu mortality would be at least double, claiming millions of lives:
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New paper highlighting Health, disability, and stakeholder perspectives on the behavioral and social drivers of vaccination in children with disability in Fiji. .@AmbGlobalHealth @merusheel @dfat .#VaccinesWork #AustralianRegionalImmunisationAlliance.
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RT @healthgovau: syncytial virus vaccine will be available for eligible pregnant women 🤰 under the National Immunisation Program 🗓️. Speak….
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NCIRS paediatrician and infectious disease specialist Dr Archana Koirala and colleagues discuss falling #vaccination rates among Australian teenagers – and what is needed to reverse that trend – in an expert piece for @ConversationEDU. Read the article:
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Great news for middle income countries (MICs) in Southeast Asia and the Pacific as @gavi announced ongoing commitment to partnerships tackling #vaccineequity gaps and strengthening #immunisation systems.
Against a backdrop of historic progress, decisions taken by our Board today reflect a collective commitment of our partners to strengthen immunisation systems, tackle health inequities and place countries firmly on the path to sustainable transition. My thanks to all the Board.
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A new study from the National #Vaccination Insights project could help explain the gradual and concerning decline in childhood vaccinations among children in Australia. Learn more:
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Patrick Cashman from NCIRS, in the #SolomonIslands said "The progress made, by NCIRS and partners to increase routine #immunisation is testament to the effort, solidarity, and fortitude of the local health workers, pushing for better healthcare nationally".
During my recent visit to the Solomon Islands, I was struck by the resilience and determination of health workers to serve and protect their communities. I’m pleased to share my reflections and appreciation for their vital work:
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#Vaccination coverage among children in Australia has declined for the third consecutive year, our latest annual #immunisation coverage report has revealed. Read more:
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The first findings from the National Vaccination Insights project are now available! NCIRS is thrilled to collaborate with colleagues @Sydney_Uni and @MCRI_for_kids on this important work. Expertly explained by study lead @JulieLeask below.
Influenza vaccination rates are low and not budging. We surveyed 2055 adults in March, asking about their beliefs, social influences and experiences re flu vax. Part of National Vaccination Insights Project @Sydney_Uni @NCIRS @MCRI_for_kids Preprint 🧵.
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NCIRS is looking for individuals to participate in a research study investigating the role certain genes may have in predicting who might experience adverse events of special interest (AESI) after COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more and take part here:
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Registration is now open for the next instalment in NCIRS’ popular webinar series! Our next event will focus on rabies, travel vaccination and global disease trends. Register for free here:
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This #WorldImmunizationWeek, NCIRS acknowledges the work of the global immunisation community – of which NCIRS is a proud member – and urges all immunisation stakeholders to remember that, despite the challenges, our ambitious goals are ‘humanly possible’.
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Registration is now open for the final instalment of our webinar series on preventing respiratory disease in 2024, which will provide the latest #COVID-19 and #influenza #vaccination updates. Register free here:
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