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Applying causal inference and Bayesian statistics to understanding vaccine safety signals using a simulation study

Community perception of vaccine safety influences vaccine uptake. Our objective was to assess current vaccine safety monitoring by examining factors that may influence the availability of post-vaccination survey data, and thereby the specificity and sensitivity of existing signal detection methods.

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Phase 1 trial of an investigational Tdap booster vaccine with CpG 1018 adjuvant compared with Boostrix in healthy adults and adolescents

This phase 1 trial assessed the safety and immunogenicity of an investigational tetanus/diphtheria/acellular pertussis vaccine combined with CpG 1018 adjuvant 1500 μg (Tdap-1018 1500 μg) or 3000 μg (Tdap-1018 3000 μg) in adults and adolescents.

Infectious Disease Surveillance

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CMVictory Study

The CMVictory Study aims to learn more about the safety and effectiveness of a potential CMV vaccine.

ComboVax Study

We are looking for children and teenagers to take part in an important study investigating the effectiveness of a new combination booster vaccine designed to protect against tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough) and polio.

RSV Study for Pregnant Mums

The study aims to determine whether an RSV vaccine given to pregnant women during the third trimester can protect newborn babies from RSV infections.

Vaccine Trials Group

We are evaluating new vaccines for a range of diseases including influenza, pneumococcal, meningococcal and common infections such as otitis media (glue ear).

Moorditj Marp (Strong Skin) Storybook Evaluation Project

Through co-design with community members, we hope to better understand the strengths and effectiveness of community-driven health promotion resources.

The Western Australian Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Study (WAIVE)

The main objectives were to evaluate effectiveness of the annual flu vaccine in young children, and the burden of flu on young children and their families.

Meningococcal Disease

MenABCWY QUINTET Study Meningococcal disease is a rare but serious disease that can result in death if not recognised and treated quickly. There are