There is currently a multi-country outbreak of monkeypox. Cases have been detected in Australia, some of which are locally acquired infections. Severe illness may develop in a small percentage of people with monkeypox. Timely contact tracing and surveillance measures are essential to prevent...

Australia’s top immunisation experts (ATAGI) have updated their recommendations for COVID-19 fourth (winter) doses. As COVID cases rise, we encourage the community to take steps to protect themselves and minimise the potential spread of COVID; including keeping up-to-date with vaccination,...

The Barwon Specialist Immunisation Service (SIS) commenced in February 2021 to provide specialist consultation and vaccine advice for community doctors, immunisers and consumers during the largest scale and fastest vaccine rollout in Australia’s history. The Barwon SIS is a...