Quantifying the effectiveness of pertussis vaccine in older adults [ 2016 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Pr Bette Liu (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Anthony Newall ,  Prof Andrew Hayen ,  Prof Peter Mcintyre

Brief description Pertussis is the most poorly controlled vaccine preventable disease in Australia. Childhood pertussis is a well-known public health problem but adult pertussis is also common and has a significant burden on the health system, especially in adults over 65 years. Pertussis vaccines for adults are currently not funded by our national immunisation program. This project will provide vital data to inform whether pertussis vaccination is cost-effective in older Australian adults.

Funding Amount $AUD 459,669.94

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant