Immunisation Policyb Flashcards

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Sources of vaccine funding

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  1. Funded by NIP (national.immunosation program)
  2. Funded by states
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Key considerations for new Vaccination policiy

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  1. BURDEN OF DISEASE
  2. VACCINE CHARACTERISTICS (IN. SAFETY) and cost effectiveness (PBAC)
    • strength of immunisation program + health care system
  3. Acceptability
  4. Feasibility
  5. Equity
  6. Ethical considerations
  7. Conformity of programs
  8. Political considerations
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Role of Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI)

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  1. Advise minister of health on the medical administration if vaccines available in Aus
  2. Advice to research org. OM current Immunisation research + areas that need more research
  3. Advise PBAC on vacci 3 effectiveness and use in aus
  4. Consult with relevant organisations to produce the Australian Immunisation Handbook
  5. Consult with relevant organisations in implementing Immunisation policies, procedures and vaccine safety.
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Who are the NCRIS?

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Scientific technical secretariat of thr ATAGI
role to…..

  1. Provide scientific research support
  2. Interpret scientific evidence to assist with policies and programs
  3. Monitor international policies
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