Links2HealthierBubs: Influenza and pertussis vaccine effectiveness and safety in pregnancy [ 2018 - 2021 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Christopher Blyth ,  Dr Gavin Pereira ,  Dr Hannah Moore ,  Dr Michael Binks ,  Prof Ross Andrews

Brief description Vaccination during pregnancy can offer protection against severe respiratory disease for infants in the first six months of life. For this reason, influenza and pertussis vaccines are routinely recommended during each pregnancy. Unfortunately, little is known about the ‘real world’ effect of both vaccines. We plan to conduct the largest and most comprehensive study to date to evaluate all vaccines routinely recommended in pregnancy in Australia.

Funding Amount $AUD 685,801.88

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant