Aboriginal persons are at higher risk for some VPDs compared to non-Aboriginal persons. This is attributed to the higher rate of chronic health conditions and social circumstances that can lead to an increase in disease burden. Therefore, additional vaccines are recommended for Aboriginal people at certain ages.
The WA Aboriginal Immunisation Schedule sets out a series of immunisations to be given at specific times throughout an Aboriginal person’s life.
NOTE: The Schedule is subject to change; please ensure to refresh your page or clear your browser cache to view the latest document
For Aboriginal children, these additional vaccines are for:
- hepatitis A
- influenza
- meningococcal disease
- pneumococcal disease
For Aboriginal adults, these additional vaccines are for:
- hepatitis B
- influenza
- pneumococcal disease
- Zoster (herpes zoster) (≥50 years)
Missed vaccinations
All Aboriginal children who have missed a routine childhood vaccination can receive it free up until they turn 20 years of age, while HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine can be received up to 26 years of age. For more information, visit WA Immunisation schedule and catch-up vaccines