Flu vaccine supply fails to meet high demand Australians have responded to RACGP calls to get immunised earlier than usual, but distribution network delays appear to be causing shortages.
Low parental awareness of children’s influenza vaccine recommendations One third of parents don’t know that children should be vaccinated for influenza, and GPs play a critical role in the conversation.
Outdoor flu vax clinic a hit with patients An innovative response to the coronavirus pandemic has seen one general practice add more immunisation appointments ‘than ever before’.
Start flu vaccinations as soon as they are available: RACGP ‘With COVID-19 spreading across Australia, this year it is more important than ever to receive your flu vaccination.’
DoH expands free vaccine eligibility ahead of flu season The Federal Government has said it will secure its largest ever supply of seasonal influenza for people most at risk.
Vaccinations shown to reduce flu mortality rates An Australian study has confirmed flu vaccination effectively reduces mortality from the disease – positive news after a horror flu season.
Government urged to subsidise flu shot for under five-year-olds The Victorian Health Minister echoes PBAC recommendations to include flu vaccinations for children under five years.
Mums-to-be encouraged to get flu jab A surge in cases of flu in babies has led to calls to boost pregnancy vaccination rates in Victoria.
GPs sound alarm over aged-care flu standards Australia’s horror flu season has resulted in more than 360 influenza outbreaks at residential aged care facilities across the country.
National flu death toll tops 250 Australia is battling through one of its deadliest flu seasons on record.