Baby Immunisation

Posted by blaine (413 days ago)

Can anyone tell me if there are doctors in Hong Kong who follow the NSW Govt Australia Immunistaion schedule...I am coming to HK for several months and my baby will need his 4 month and 6 month needles.

Thanks

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by docboat (413 days ago)

Doctors here will give you the immunisations that you need, that you agree with, and which accord with the schedule you prefer. There is no law to say you must have this and this. Internationally there are not too many differences in what or when to give, but it does depend a lot on what parents wish to have their children receive.

(I am based in Hong Kong)

Posted by Matilda (411 days ago)

I believe the schedule is as follows:

AGE VACCINE

2 mths Hepatitis B2,3 DTPa Hib1,2 IPV 7vPCV

4 mths Hepatitis B2,3 DTPa Hib1,2 IPV 7vPCV

6 mths Hepatitis B2 DTPa Hib1 IPV 7vPCV

All vaccines are available as “6 in 1” (Hep B, DTP, HIB, IPV) and PCV (Pneumococal Vaccine) ie two shots. Best to register with the babyclinic or GP/Paed for the schedule.

Matilda Medical Centre 2537 8500
Matilda International Hospital
Hong Kong
http://www.matilda.org

(I am based in Hong Kong)