FLU VACCINATION

Annual vaccination is an important measure to help prevent against influenza and its complications.  Prices: Age 10 - 64 years of age: $29.99 Over 65 years of age: $19.99 2022 Flu Vaccination appointments are now available. Vaccinations are administered in a private consultation room by a Craigie Community Chemist Pharmacist. 

Information on timing for your vaccination:

• An annual flu shot is recommended before the flu season starts. Influenza cases usually peak between June and September in most parts of Australia however can occur all year-round.
• Protection from the vaccine is expected to last for the whole season, but optimal protection is within the first 3–4 months after vaccination. Revaccination later in the same year is not routinely recommended.
• The Department of Health have advised a COVID-19 vaccination can be given on the same day as an Influenza vaccination.
• As Influenza can circulate all year round - pregnant women, persons with certain chronic medical conditions or lowered immune function, and travellers can benefit from vaccination at any time of the year. These groups may sometimes be advised by their GP to receive a second vaccine if they were vaccinated very early in the season, to maintain the optimal protection for the rest of the year