We
here at the AVN believe that it is vital for people to have access to
as much information as possible regarding vaccination, so they can
truly make an informed decision about this very emotive issue.
General Vaccines:
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Hepatitis A |
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Hepatitis A is one of several different hepatitis viruses that can
cause liver infections and damage It spreads by contact with infected faeces. The virus survives well on
hands and in food kept at room temperature for several hours. It can
also spread through contaminated water in some countries.
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Hib |
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Given as part of the Australian schedule at 2, 4, 6 and 12 mths
Commonly found in the upper respiratory tract (lungs and windpipe), Hib
can cause infection in children under 2 years, because they do not have
the necessary antibodies (substance produced by the body to fight a
particular infection).
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Polio |
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Given as part of the Australian childhood schedule at 2, 4 and 6 mths.
Polio is caused by a virus, and symptoms of the disease can take between 3 and 21 days after infection to show.
The polio virus spreads between people through contact with infected faeces and throat secretions.
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