Sydney Hospital: Potentially Ineffective Vaccines Given to 2800 Families

Kareena Private Hospital in Sydney has notified more than 2800 families about potential issues with stored vaccines. A review of vaccination fridge records in the maternity unit revealed that vaccines for RSV, MMR, and hepatitis B were kept at temperatures below recommended levels.

While these vaccines pose no safety risk, their potency and effectiveness may have been compromised. The hospital's clinical services director assured families that mothers and babies are safe. However, out of caution, letters were sent to affected families.

These letters advise on potential follow-up actions for ensuring full protection, as the hospital cannot definitively confirm which specific vaccines were impacted. The South Eastern Sydney Local Health District's Public Health Unit was notified on August 11, 2026, and is collaborating with the hospital.