Accredited Yellow Fever Vaccine Clinic

Planning an overseas trip? Our clinic offers comprehensive travel health services, including advice on disease prevention, routine and destination-specific vaccinations, and essential travel medications. We are an accredited provider of the Yellow Fever vaccine, which is required for entry into or return from certain countries. Book your travel health consultation today to ensure you're protected and prepared for a safe journey.

What to bring to this appointment?

• Previous immunisation records.
• Travel itinerary.

 

The cost of the vaccines is payable on the day of the consult. Check your Private Health Fund as rebates may apply depending on your level of cover of vaccines.

BCG Vaccination

The BCG vaccine (Bacillus Calmette-Guérin) is a vaccine primarily used to protect against tuberculosis (TB), particularly severe forms like TB meningitis in children. It should only be administered by trained professionals. 

Developed in the early 20th century, the BCG is a live vaccine which contains a weakened strain of Mycobacterium bovis, a bacterium similar to the one that causes TB. The BCG is commonly administered in the left arm and in most cases will leave a scar at the site. 

The vaccine is typically administered in infancy in countries with high TB incidence, for example, countries within Asia, Africa and South America. While it offers strong protection for young children, its effectiveness in children aged >5yrs is more variable.  

In Australia, other than indigenous communities residing in some states and territories, the BCG is not a scheduled vaccine. Outside of this, the most common group administered the BCG are migrant families travelling back to their country of origin for extended periods of time (>1 month).   

COST: The cost for the consultation and BCG vaccine is $123.75 after applicable Medicare rebates. ($175 before rebate)

Discounts available for siblings 

Non-Medicare eligible patients are at a cost of $175 for each child.

Some children may require a skin test (Mantoux) prior to vaccination, if they have previously travelled overseas. This is provided at no additional cost.

Lynne Addlem is an experienced nurse practitioner, specifically trained in the field of vaccination. She holds the current position as clinical lead and nurse practitioner at the Royal Children’s Hospital Immunisation Service. She has also previously worked in the Emergency department at the RCH and has a wealth of experience working with children of all ages and their families. Lynne has particular interest in BCG vaccination, which is a vaccine highly recommended for young children travelling to countries where tuberculosis is endemic, such as India and China. Lynne brings to our service a wealth of knowledge, expertise and is the first experienced practitioner offering BCG vaccination