Get answers to common questions about immunisation, vaccines and what happens at your immunisation appointment.
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Most of the informaton in this section answers common questions from parents about the Routine Childhood Immunisation Programme. If your questions are not answered here, try the following sections:
General questions about immunisation, including what it is and why it’s important.
General information about vaccines, including possible side effects.
Information about what happens when it’s time for your vaccination appointment.
Take a look at our interactive immunisation schedule to find out.