Saturday, August 2, 2025

4:00 PM - 4:40 PM

Pyrmont Theatre

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Details

Childhood vaccination is essential for protecting young children from serious infectious diseases yet missed doses and incomplete schedules remain challenging. This session will cover the pathophysiology, epidemiology, and pharmacology behind key childhood vaccines and practical strategies for navigating catch-up schedules. Gain confidence in addressing common concerns, interpreting immunisation schedules, and ensuring no child is unprotected. Learning objectives - Describe the pathophysiology and epidemiology of vaccine-preventable diseases. - Discuss the pharmacology and mechanisms of action of routine childhood vaccines. - Recognise best-practice strategies for administering and catching up on childhood vaccines. - Identify common challenges in childhood vaccination and how to address them in practice. Competency standards (2016): 1.6, 2.1, 3.1, 3.6