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  • Q&A with Australian Health Practitioners

    Is it safe to have BCG vaccination within one month of regular vaccine?

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    My son is 2 months old. He had his 6 weeks vaccination last month.

    Midwife suggested to have BCG today though its within 1 month of first vaccination. Is there any side effects of the BCG vaccination (in this case oral) is done within 1 month of 6 weeks vaccination.
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    My research interests include immunology and the mechanisms of amyloid formation. The latter has implications for people who are dealing with Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease … View Profile

    To my knowledge (as a health professional whose interests include immunology, not a clinician), there is no evidence that oral BCG poses a significant risk after other immunisations.

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