Tag: infant immunisation
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Australia’s RSV immunisation rollout: thousands protected, but gaps remain
New era for infant RSV protection in Australia In 2025, Australia introduced free access to RSV immunisations for all infants, a landmark step in protecting the youngest, most vulnerable Australians from severe respiratory disease. Early indicators are encouraging: sentinel hospital data suggest a substantial drop in RSV-related hospitalisations and intensive care admissions during the peak…
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Infant RSV immunisation: thousands protected, but gaps remain
Australia’s RSV protection milestone: free infant immunisation for all babies In 2025, Australia rolled out free access to RSV immunisations for all infants, marking a watershed moment in the fight against a virus that routinely causes hospitalisations among young children. Early indicators suggest the program has saved lives and reduced the burden on hospitals, but…