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WA first international hub for Human Vaccines Project

Thanks to a partnership with Perth Children’s Hospital Foundation, Perth’s The Kids Research Institute Australia will be at the forefront of a global push to decode the human immune system to transform how we prevent, diagnose and treat disease as the first international hub of the Human Vaccines Project.

Be involved

Find out how to participate in our research and community groups.

My teen thinks energy drinks will help him study – what do I need to know?

Energy drinks have been linked to adverse health effects in children.

Frequently Asked Questions

Some of the more common questions about the LiLO study

A diagnostic test for acute rheumatic fever (pilot study)

Currently there are no diagnostic tests for ARF, and no treatments targeting immune responses to improve disease outcomes.

New app a handy tool for appointments

Outpatients with appointments at Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH) can now use WA Health’s first patient-facing app – Manage My Care – to access their appointment and referral information.

NeXXstep Study

Help us discover a way to expand protection for the next generation.

Back to school anxiety: How to help your child transition into the new school year

As we count down to the end of the long summer holidays, it’s natural for children to feel anxious about what the new school year will bring.

Starting school, coping with change - Monique Robinson

The beginning of a new school year is just around the corner – and with this may come a big change in your and your child’s life.

About us

The Health Promotion and Education Research Team at The Kids Research Institute Australia received funding from the auDA Foundation to develop this