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18 January 2022
Vaccination is an effective way to protect against the most common form of Hib disease.
FAQ
How do you prevent Hib disease?
The vaccination for Hib is provided as part of the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for:
- all infants at two, four, six months – the first three primary doses of Hib vaccine are given as part of a combined vaccine against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis B, polio and Hib (six-in-one vaccine)
- all children at 18 months – booster dose of Hib vaccine
- people aged 5 years or over with asplenia or hyposplenia
If your child has missed any of the recommended doses of Hib, speak with your healthcare professional who can advise on an appropriate ‘catch-up’ schedule of vaccinations.
Sources & Citations
5. Better Health Channel. Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib). Available at: www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/HealthyLiving/haemophilus-influenzae-type-b-hib (accessed 24 November 2021).
6. Australian Government Department of Health. National Immunisation Program Schedule. Available at: https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/immunisation/immunisation-throughout-life/national-immunisation-program-schedule (accessed 24 November 2021).
MAT-AU-2102459 Date of preparation January 2022
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