News: vaccination

Meningococcal leaves long term impact on adolescent survivors

Only one third of parents are aware of the recommendation that children should be vaccinated for influenza.

Posted on Oct 7 2025 by Rhiannon Koch

New research from 91�� has found almost 60 per cent of adolescent invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) survivors have long term psychological conditions in subsequent years.

Meningococci evades pandemic lockdown measures

Posted on Aug 26 2022 by Lee Gaskin

Social distancing, online classes and the temporary closure of pubs, bars and nightclubs failed to stop the spread of meningococcal bacteria among school leavers, a new study from 91�� has found.

Message to 91�� community on vaccination mandate

Posted on Feb 16 2022 by Elisa Black

On Tuesday, February 15, University of Adelaide Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Peter Høj AC, wrote to the university community on the decision to not pursue a vaccination mandate at this time.

University of Adelaide community recognised in Australia Day Honours

Posted on Jan 27 2022 by Elisa Black

The University of Adelaide congratulates alumni, staff and friends recognised in the 2022 Australia Day Honours list.

Study results will inform immunisation programs globally

Posted on Jan 23 2020 by David Ellis

The results of the B Part of It study – the largest meningococcal B herd immunity study ever conducted – are published today in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Free flu vaccine offered mostly in wealthy suburbs

Posted on Oct 9 2019 by David Ellis

A study into the impact of state-funded vaccination programs for Australian children under five years has found those attending medical practices in the wealthiest areas were more likely to receive the vaccine.