Low immunisation figures putting everyone at risk of preventable diseases

Rapidly declining immunisation rates in Australia are putting communities at risk of pertussis, measles, mumps, rubella and swine flu, especially as the school year is about to get under way, says Australian General Practice Network (AGPN) Chair Dr Emil Djakic.

“Immunisation rates for four year olds have reduced to about 83 percent – a seven year low, and they are likely to continue to drop,” Dr Djakic said.

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