What diseases do vaccines protect against?

Vaccines protect against infectious diseases that can cause serious illness and sometimes death.

It is important to maintain a high level of immunity in the population to prevent the spread of diseases.

Vaccines have successfully eliminated devastating diseases such as polio and smallpox.

Below is a list of diseases that vaccines can protect against:

• Chickenpox (varicella)
• Cholera
• COVID-19
• Diphtheria
• Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Human papillomavirus
• Influenza
• Japanese encephalitis
• Measles
• Meningococcal
• Mumps
• Pertussis (Whooping cough)
• Pneumonia
• Polio
• Rotavirus (gastroenteritis)
• Rubella (German measles)
• Q fever
• Rabies
• Tetanus
• Tuberculosis
• Typhoid
• Yellow fever

---

---

This publication is provided for education and information purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical care. Information about a therapy, service, product or treatment does not imply endorsement and is not intended to replace advice from your healthcare professional. Readers should note that over time currency and completeness of the information may change. All users should seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional for a diagnosis and answers to their medical questions.