A Pacific community report published this week advised that a total of 41 pertussis cases were recorded in the period between Sept 20 and Oct 1 – they were confirmed as Bordetella pertussis (36 cases) and B. parapertussis (five cases). Read more
Advice for travellers
Travelvax recommends Australians travelling overseas check their immunisation status for childhood diseases such as whooping cough (pertussis), diphtheria, measles and mumps at least 6 weeks before departure. Read more about whooping cough.
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.