🌍World Immunisation Week: Stay One Step Ahead of the Flu💉
World Immunisation Week (24–30 April) is a global initiative led by the World Health Organization to highlight the importance of vaccines in protecting people of all ages from preventable diseases. At SDC, we're joining the call to action by helping our community stay protected — starting with the flu vaccine.
Why get the flu shot? 💉
The flu can cause serious illness and even hospitalisation, especially in young children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with chronic conditions. Vaccination remains our most effective defense. The flu vaccine is updated annually to combat the most prevalent strains, reducing your risk of infection and severe outcomes. For more info on Influenza, please click here.
Who Should Get Vaccinated?
While everyone aged 6 months and older is encouraged to receive the flu vaccine, it's especially crucial for:
Children under 5 years
Adults over 65 years
Pregnant women
Individuals with chronic health conditions
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
Other vaccinations you may be eligible for
While you're here, chat with our team about other important vaccines like:
RSV vaccine: free for eligible adults to prevent severe respiratory illness
Shingles vaccine: free for people aged 65 and over
Prevenar 13 vaccine: free for patients aged 70 and over
How to book a flu vaccine appointment
This year, our lovely practice nurses will be running dedicated flu vaccine clinics. We have implemented this change to allow patients timely access to flu vaccines, whilst also allowing other patients timely access to regular GP consultations. You can book your flu vaccine by clicking the ‘book flu vaccine’ button below, or by speaking to one of our receptionists on (02) 9789 5955.
Book your flu shot today and help reduce the spread in our community.
