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  • Vaccination Coverage

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  • The 6th annual report details 2012 immunisation coverage trends in Australia.
  • Data is sourced from the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register (ACIR) and the National Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination Program Register.
  • Focuses on standard age milestones, National Immunisation Program (NIP) vaccines, and adolescent/adult coverage.

Observation:

  • In 2012, 91.7% of Australian children were fully vaccinated by 12 months, 92.5% by 24 months, and 91.2% by 60 months.
  • Coverage for specific NIP vaccines like rotavirus (83.6% at 12 months) and varicella (84.4% at 24 months) was lower.
  • Indigenous children showed lower 12-month coverage but improved by 24 months; however, disparities in on-time vaccination persisted.

Findings:

  • While overall childhood immunisation coverage remained high, specific vaccines and timely administration showed variability.
  • Indigenous children's vaccination coverage improved, particularly by 60 months, but disparities in on-time vaccination widened.
  • Vaccines recommended solely for Indigenous children, such as hepatitis A, had suboptimal coverage despite improvements.

Implications:

  • Sustaining high immunisation coverage requires addressing specific vaccine gaps and improving timely administration, especially for Indigenous children.
  • Understanding vaccination trends and disparities is crucial for targeted public health interventions.
  • Continued monitoring of vaccination data is essential for maintaining herd immunity and preventing vaccine-preventable diseases.