The Australian government has partnered with the Australian Academy of Science to publish this updated guide.

The guide reflects the most up-to-date evidence and science behind immunisation, and answers common questions including:

• What is immunisation?
• What is in a vaccine?
• Who benefits from vaccines?
• Are vaccines safe?
• What does the future hold for vaccination?

The guide also highlights that the vaccines currently in use in Australian provide benefits that greatly outweigh the risks of associated adverse side effects.