(17k)Media Release
17 January 2010
Download your child's immunisation history before school starts
Minister for Human Services, Chris Bowen MP, today urged parents to go online to check their child’s immunisation history before the school year begins.
Parents who register for Medicare Australia Online Services can download and print their child’s immunisation history statement from the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register, which records vaccinations given to children until they turn seven.
“It’s important to get your child’s immunisation history statement now, as many primary schools and some preschools require proof of immunisation prior to enrolment,” Mr Bowen said.
“It’s also useful to know your child’s immunisation history in case of a disease outbreak at school.”
Parents need to ensure their child is up-to-date with immunisation or has a valid exemption to be eligible to receive the Child Care Benefit and the Maternity Immunisation Allowance family assistance payments.
Parents can view and print immunisation history statements online until their child turns 14, and can also request a copy of the statement at their local Medicare office.
More than 380,000 immunisation statements have been viewed by parents using Medicare Australia Online Services.
To register for Medicare Australia Online Services or for more information about the Australian Childhood Immunisation Register go to www.medicareaustralia.gov.au.
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