Don't be afraid to ask your health professional if you have concerns or questions.
There are many sources of information available to you on
immunisation. Your GP , community nurse and midwives are a rich
source of information. You may also want to do online searches,
please note that not all websites contain information which is
research based and objective.
This table shows the effects of diseases covered by
vaccination and also their side effects. It can help you decide on
balance which is the lower risk for you or your child.
This information sheet can guide you before your
appointment as to the questions which your immunisation provider
will ask. It may also assist you in determining if you are
well enough to have a vaccine before you present at the
clinic.
Should you have a school aged child due for year 7 vaccinations. Please consult this check
sheet for information on the program.
If you are worried about side effects following vaccination
please contact your healthcare provider or your immunisation
clinic.If it is out of hours please attend an out of hours GP or
call Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For severe reactions please
present at your local emergency room or call triple zero, 000 for
an ambulance.
The Western Australian Vaccine Safety Surveillance
website accepts reporting of side effects following vaccination
from consumers.
You may check out the common side effects on the Department of
Health website. This listing shows the typical common side
effects and how you can manage these yourself. If you are worried
in any way please refer to your healthcare provider or an out of
hours GP.
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