Protect yourself & others – have a flu shot this year
Influenza, commonly known as ‘the flu,’ is a serious illness caused by a group of viruses (the influenza viruses) that infect the respiratory tract. It usually presents with more severe symptoms and causes a more severe illness than most other common viral respiratory infections. It can be life-threatening in certain people; it should not be underestimated or confused with the common cold!
In most parts of Australia, seasonal influenza outbreaks occur between late autumn and early spring. Seasonal outbreaks occur every year and vary from mild sporadic outbreaks to serious epidemics; it is estimated to cause up to 100 deaths and 5,100 hospitalisations in Australia annually.1
Occasionally, severe worldwide outbreaks (pandemics) occur, involving higher infection rates and more severe diseases.
Our first batch of flu vaccines for the upcoming seasonal outbreak is available at the Moruya and Broulee clinics. To get vaccinated, you can book a flu shot at the location that suits you. The vaccination process is simple and quick, and our healthcare professionals will guide you through it.
In most parts of Australia, seasonal influenza outbreaks occur between late autumn and early spring. Seasonal outbreaks occur every year and vary from mild sporadic outbreaks to serious epidemics; it is estimated to cause up to 100 deaths and 5,100 hospitalisations in Australia annually.1
Occasionally, severe worldwide outbreaks (pandemics) occur, involving higher infection rates and more severe diseases.
Our first batch of flu vaccines for the upcoming seasonal outbreak is available at the Moruya and Broulee clinics. To get vaccinated, you can book a flu shot at the location that suits you. The vaccination process is simple and quick, and our healthcare professionals will guide you through it.
Flu bookings at Moruya
Flu bookings at Broulee
Remember, free influenza vaccinations under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) are available to:
- Adults aged 65 and older
- Children 6 months to less than 5 years
- First Nations peoples aged 6 months and older
- Individuals at any stage of pregnancy*
- People 6 months and older with medical conditions that can complicate influenza, such as severe asthma, lung or heart disease, and impaired immunity.
