Book your flu shot. Don't let the flu get you down!

Book a flu shot online today - Click HERE

5 health tips for flu season:

1. Wash your hands regularly
2. Avoid touching your face
3. Cover your sneeze and cough
4. Stay home if you are sick
5. Get your flu shot today

Frequently asked questions:

• Q: Who should get vaccinated?
  • A: The Department of Health states "vaccination against influenza (the flu) remains important this year. Vaccination experts recommend influenza vaccination for all people aged 6 months old and over".
• Q: Why should I get vaccinated?
  • A: Vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect yourself. The benefits go beyond you too. Getting a flu shot also means you help to protect others, including those who are too sick or too young to be vaccinated, as well as vulnerable groups.
• Q: How much does it cost?
  • A: Flu vaccinations at Next Practice cost $20 out of pocket per person unless you are eligible for one of the free government vaccines**. The $20 charge covers the cost of the vaccine and the consultation is bulk billed. Non Medicare card holders will incur a consultation fee.
• Q: Who's eligible for a free vaccine**?
  • A: Under the Government's National Immunisation Program, there are some people that are eligible for a free flu vaccine because they are most at risk. This includes:
    • Children aged six months to five years
    • Pregnant women
    • People aged 65 years and over
    • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over
    • People aged six months and over with medical conditions that mean they have a higher risk of flu complications

• Q: Where can I find additional information on flu vaccines?
  • A: Additional resources on flu vaccines from the Australian Government Department of Health can be found here - https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/immunisation/vaccines/influenza-flu-vaccine

Yours in health,

The Next Practice team