Health Professionals

'Yellow Book' Changes and Updates

Section 3 - Special Risks

Page 82 Children

Varicella vaccine: the primary course for adults and children from 12 months of age is two doses at an interval of four to eight weeks.

Section 3 - Special Risks

Page 126 Renal conditions

Medical preparation: Hepatitis B vaccination: there are two vaccines (Fendrix® and HBVaxPRO® 40mcg) specifically formulated for use in renal patients.

Section 5 - Disease Guide

Yellow fever: Revised yellow fever vaccination recommedation maps have been produced following a World Health Organization consultation.