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Do I need the whooping cough vaccine to see my great-grandchild?

Page last updated 24 June 2022

Did you know that babies who get whooping cough usually get it from a family member?

Young babies are at risk of whooping cough because they are too young to have their vaccinations, and whooping cough is more severe in very young infants.

Those spending time with newborns can help protect them from whooping cough by making sure their vaccinations are up-to-date. Immunity to whooping cough wanes over time, so boosters for adults are recommended.

Speak with your healthcare professional for more information.
 

Sources & Citations

6. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Vaccines for Family and Caregivers. Available at  https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pregnancy/family-caregivers.html (accessed 27 May 2022).

MAT-AU-2201301 (v1.0)   Date of preparation June 2022

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