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Immunisation Coalition The Immunisation Coalition is a not for profit advocacy group with a mission to create awareness regarding the importance of immunisation.

That wraps up Day 2 of the 27th Annual Scientific Meeting!We extend our sincere thanks to our speakers for sharing their...
16/02/2026

That wraps up Day 2 of the 27th Annual Scientific Meeting!

We extend our sincere thanks to our speakers for sharing their expertise, to our audience for their engagement and thoughtful participation throughout the meeting, and to our sponsors whose support made this event possible.

If you would like to revisit a session or catch up on presentations you missed, recordings will be made available on our website shortly.

See you next year!

Professor Julia Brotherton reminds us how HPV vaccination is an incredible vaccine responsible for successfully reducing...
16/02/2026

Professor Julia Brotherton reminds us how HPV vaccination is an incredible vaccine responsible for successfully reducing cervical cancer since it’s roll out. 9vHPV has now been reduced from a two to one dose regime but still offers full protection.

However, post-pandemic HPV vaccination has dropped to 80% in 2025 from 85% in 2020. School attendance is lower and anxiety to vaccination has increased. Consent is also waning and a school 2nd visit is becoming less practical. A rethink of school based programs and a catch up program is required.

16/02/2026

Professor Julia Brotherton addressed the concerning decline in HPV vaccination uptake and discussed targeted strategies to improve protection among teenagers.

In case you missed it - the presentation recording will be available on our website soon!

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We thank Professor Paul Griffin for his insightful presentation on RSV prevention in older adults, highlighting current strategies to reduce disease burden in this vulnerable population.

The recording will be available on our website soon!

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Dr Sarah McGuinness delivered an important update on travel vaccination, providing practical guidance and the latest advice for Australians travelling internationally.

The session recording will be published on our website soon, stay tuned!

Professor van Buynder highlights that the new PCV21 Capvaxive has recently been recommended by the PBAC for adults 65 ye...
16/02/2026

Professor van Buynder highlights that the new PCV21 Capvaxive has recently been recommended by the PBAC for adults 65 years and old. Watch this space for any NIP updates.

Dr Sanjay Jayasinghe highlighted the latest advancement of pneumococcal disease vaccination with the addition of Prevena...
16/02/2026

Dr Sanjay Jayasinghe highlighted the latest advancement of pneumococcal disease vaccination with the addition of Prevenar20 in children and up to 18 years in adults with specific medical conditions. Still a challenge ahead to protect against Serotype 3 but the NIP is now more streamlined for HCPs to follow.

Use the pneumosmart vaccination tool, available online for free, to select the right pneumococcal vaccine based on patient age and vaccination history. https://ow.ly/44Hm50YgkT1

JEV cases and deaths are rising in Australia in recent years says Professor Colleen Lau. This is Australia-wide and is s...
16/02/2026

JEV cases and deaths are rising in Australia in recent years says Professor Colleen Lau. This is Australia-wide and is silently spreading. MVE although being around in Australia for decades, the 2023-4 outbreak was the highest since 1974. There are many environmental factors driving transmission and outbreaks. Stay vigilant, take precautions and consider
vaccination, particularly when outbreaks occur.

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Professor Tony Cunningham explored the evolving role of mRNA platforms in COVID-19, influenza and RSV vaccines, outlining the science and future potential of this technology. If you didn’t catch the talk, a recording will be available on our website soon!

Dr Sarah McGuinness presented on travel vaccination. There are tools to help guide GPs on which vaccines to consider. Wh...
16/02/2026

Dr Sarah McGuinness presented on travel vaccination. There are tools to help guide GPs on which vaccines to consider. Which ones to recommend depends on a number of factors including aged, time to travel, destination and risk exposure. MMR is one vaccine to consider, as it can be given from 6 months old. Typhoid, rabies, JEV are also worth considering.

Professor Woodward presented emerging data suggesting that some vaccines, including the shingles vaccine, may offer prot...
16/02/2026

Professor Woodward presented emerging data suggesting that some vaccines, including the shingles vaccine, may offer protection beyond their primary indication, with potential benefits against age-dependent conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. While the exact mechanisms remain unclear, these findings suggest that immunisation may confer broader health benefits as populations continue to age.

Professor Paul Griffin emphasised that older adults, particularly those with underlying medical conditions, are at incre...
16/02/2026

Professor Paul Griffin emphasised that older adults, particularly those with underlying medical conditions, are at increased risk of severe RSV disease. As treatment options for RSV for older adults remain limited, vaccination plays an essential role in reducing disease burden rather than responding after infection occurs.

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Creating awareness for the importance of immunisation.

The Immunisation Coalition is a not for profit organisation, and is the leading voice in whole-of-life immunisation in Australia, protecting all Australians against communicable diseases.

We collaborate with like-minded organisations such as Primary Health Networks (PHNs), Public Health Units, Government health departments and other groups that fight vaccine hesitancy.

We are a champion for immunisation education, providing timely, accurate and scientifically informed information about vaccines and the diseases they prevent.

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