Vaccinations and immunisation protect babies and children. Read more on why and when to vaccinate your child, and about side effects and costs.

What's the difference between immunisation and vaccination? Find out how vaccines work and the difference between primary and booster doses.

Immunisation protects children (and adults) against harmful infections. Use this handy chart to keep track of when your baby will need their immunisations.

Vaccination is especially important before and during pregnancy. Read on to learn why, as well as information on side effects and costs.

Find out how babies and children catch mumps, the symptoms, how to treat your child at home, and when to have them vaccinated against mumps.

Find out about the symptoms of measles, how to help prevent your child catching measles, and how to treat them at home if they get measles.

Hepatitis B is a virus that damages your liver. Infection with HepB can pass to your baby during birth. Read more on what to do if you are diagnosed.

Find out about the symptoms of whooping cough (pertussis), its diagnosis and treatment, and when you should be vaccinated to protect your baby.

Chickenpox is generally a mild viral illness in children and babies. Find out what to do if you think your child has chickenpox and how to treat it.

Medicare is a health insurance scheme funded by the Australian government. Find out what is covered by Medicare during pregnancy and after your baby is born.