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The Australian Immunisation Handbook 10th Edition 2013

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3.1.1 Children<br />

BCG vaccine and tuberculosis<br />

BCG vaccine is recommended for Indigenous neonates in regions of high<br />

tuberculosis (TB) incidence, where infants are at higher risk of acquiring this<br />

serious condition. BCG vaccine is provided for Indigenous neonates in the<br />

Northern Territory, Queensland and parts of northern South Australia, but<br />

no longer in Western Australia. 6 State/territory health authorities should be<br />

consulted to determine the recommendations for particular areas, including<br />

where BCG vaccination is being considered for neonates

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