Pertussis (whooping cough) outbreak

The health department has reported over 1,400 cases of whooping cough infections for 2024 with babies deaths. Alertshave been released to urge people with cough and cold symptoms to avoid contact with babies and pregnant women. Approx 85 percent of cases had no protection from vaccination. Read more

Advice for travellers

Travelvax Australia recommends that all travellers ensure they are current for whooping cough (pertussis) and all childhood vaccinations, including, diphtheria, measles, chickenpox and tetanus for travel to any destination – be it a developed or developing country. Read more about pertussis.

Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.