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

5 health tips for flu season:

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 $15 out of pocket per person unless you are eligible for one of the free government vaccines**. The $15 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

Book a flu shot here.

Yours in health,

The Next Practice team

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