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Whooping cough epidemic reaches record numbers

Whooping cough epidemic reaches record numbers

GPs are urged to ensure patients have had their vaccine, as ‘staggeringly high’ cases soar to a record-breaking 41,772 so far this year.


Proof whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy saves lives

Proof whooping cough vaccination during pregnancy saves lives

New research has revealed babies born to mothers vaccinated against pertussis are 70% less likely to suffer the potentially fatal infection.


Experts urge to improve ‘dismal’ pregnancy vaccine rates

Experts urge to improve ‘dismal’ pregnancy vaccine rates

Only 12% of a large study cohort were vaccinated against flu and whooping cough during pregnancy, prompting a review of public health strategies.


Older Australians not protected against pertussis: Study

Older Australians not protected against pertussis: Study

The new research also found GP recommendations can play a key role in increasing adult vaccination coverage for the disease.


Old pertussis vaccine could help combat food allergy

Old pertussis vaccine could help combat food allergy

Research has linked the phasing out of whole-cell whooping cough vaccines with a spike in childhood food allergies.


Free whooping cough vaccine a step towards health equity: Researcher

Free whooping cough vaccine a step towards health equity: Researcher

A GP and public health researcher has hailed news that whooping cough vaccine will be free for every pregnant woman in Australia as a step towards more equitable health outcomes.


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