This section includes an overview about immunisation issues, and information about specific childhood vaccinations.

5-IN-1 JAB
The "5-in-1 Jab" replaces the 4-in-1 jab to include immunisation against polio. This article gives a brief overview of the new vaccine.

CHILDHOO VACCINATION/IMMUNISATION SCHEDULE
Childhood immunisation prevents many serious illnesses. This article covers the ages that vaccines should be given and the diseases they protect against.

DIPHTHERIA VACCINE
This vaccine is part of the childhood immunisation schedule. This article provides an overview of the vaccine's side effects.

HAEMOPHILUS INFLUENZAE TYPE B VACCINE
The Hib vaccine has reduced cases of a form of meningitis. This article looks the risks and benefits of the immunisation.

HEPATITIS B VACCINE
The Hepatitis B vaccine is effective against the hep B virus. This article profiles the vaccine and its side effects.

HPV VACCINE
A new vaccine has been shown to be highly effective at reducing cervical cancer and genital wart infection.

MMR VACCINE
The measles, mumps and rubella vaccine has been the subject of much controversy. This article discusses the low risks associated with the immunisation.

POLIO VACCINE
The polio vaccine protects against polio which still occurs in some parts of the world. The vaccine is recommended as part of the childhood immunisation schedule. This article profiles the vaccine and its rare side effects.

TETANUS VACCINE
The tetanus vaccine protects against tetanus (lockjaw). This article looks at when the immunisation is necessary and its side effects.

TRAVEL VACCINE DOSE REGIME
This article looks at the dose regime for travel vaccines and their duration of immunity.

WHOOPING COUGH (PERTUSSIS) VACCINE
Whooping cough is a dangerous disease for babies and young children. Vaccination can prevent the illness. This article provides information about the immunisation.