How to check if your vaccines are up to date as diphtheria outbreak continues
Australia is currently facing a diphtheria outbreak, prompting health officials to emphasize the importance of vaccination. Individuals are encouraged to check their vaccination status, especially if they live in or travel to higher-risk areas. Vaccination records can be verified through the Australian Immunisation Register or by consulting a GP.
- ▪Diphtheria cases are rising in Australia, with at least 240 reported cases and one possible death.
- ▪Vaccination is crucial for protection against diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough, with booster shots recommended for certain age groups and high-risk individuals.
- ▪The Australian Immunisation Register can be used to check vaccination history, but individuals without records should consult their GP for guidance.
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Diphtheria cases are rising. Here's how to check if your vaccines are up to dateBy health reporter Lauren RobertsABC Health & WellbeingTopic:Vaccines and ImmunityTue 26 May 2026 at 12:01pmTue 26 May 2026 at 12:01pmTue 26 May 2026 at 12:01pmIf you're unsure about your vaccination history, the best thing to do is chat to your GP. (Unsplash: CDC)abc.net.au/news/health-vaccination-remember-rollout-travel/106705072Link copiedShareShare articleAustralia's current diphtheria outbreak may have you wondering how best to protect yourself — and your family — from this and other preventable diseases, such as measles.The first step is to check that you're up-to-date with your vaccinations, according to Katherine Gibney, infectious diseases physician and principal research fellow at Doherty…
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