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          Australian Immunisation Handbook

          The Handbook provides clinical advice for health professionals on the safest and most effective use of vaccines in their practice.

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          There’s a new vaccine for pneumococcal disease in Australia. Here’s what to know News | 11 September 2025

          There’s a new vaccine for pneumococcal disease in Australia. Here’s what to know

          Measles in Vietnam: breaking the cycle for good News | 10 September 2025

          Measles in Vietnam: breaking the cycle for good

          Australian Vaccinology Course launches with impact News | 05 September 2025

          Australian Vaccinology Course launches with impact

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