The WA Country Health Service’s Nancy Birch has praised Busselton, Margaret River and Augusta, after they were named as having WA’s most improved immunisation rates for 2017/18.
Declared at the Annual Public Health Nurse update in November, Ms Birch – the region’s immunisation coordinator - said the improvement was a result of hard work and collaboration between the WA Country Health Service and GPs.
“We are delighted to see the uptake in vaccination rates – particularly in communities where there had previously been some resistance,” she said.
“I must also acknowledge all immunisation providers – including our GPs – for all that they do in spreading the message of prevention.”
Ms Birch said recommended vaccines as per the WA Immunisation Schedule were vital in not only preventing disease but providing protection to the broader community.
“The fact of the matter is: immunisation saves lives,” she said.
“It protects you, your family and your community, and it also helps protect future generations by eradicating diseases,” she added.
