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Free flu vaccines shots from National Immunisation Program start 10 May in Bass Coast Shire so book now

Bass Coast Shire Council's Influenza immunisation program will begin in May, which offers free flu vaccinations through the National Immunisation Program.

By news@gippsland - 4th May 2022 - Back to News

The Bass Coast Shire free vaccines are available for eligible children aged between six months and four years old, adults aged over 65 years, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people over six months old and pregnant women. This year we will also be offering flu immunisations for ages five to 15 years at a fee of $25 and bookings are essential.

Individuals who do not meet the criteria above are encouraged to visit their local pharmacy or GP

Vaccination booking

Bookings will be required for all sessions, please visit Bass Coast immunisation page and select the session you wish to attend. Council's immunisation sessions will be held in Cowes, Wonthaggi and Corinella in May.

St Philip's Anglican Parish, 102 Thompson Avenue, COWES

• Tuesday 10 May
• 10.30am - 12.30pm - Childhood immunisations
• Cowes Public Immunisation Session booking

St Philip's Anglican Parish, 102 Thompson Avenue, COWES

• Friday 13 May
• 10.30am - 12.30pm - Over 65 Flu only
• Over 65 Influenza (flu) public session - COWES booking

Old Wonthaggi Post Office, 74 McBride Avenue, WONTHAGGI

• Tuesday 17 May
• 10.30am - 12.30pm - Childhood immunisations
• Wonthaggi Public Immunisation Session booking
• 1.00pm - 3.00pm - Over 65 Flu only
• Over 65 Influenza (Flu) Public Session - Wonthaggi

Bass Valley Children's Centre - 60 Corinella Rd, CORINELLA

• Tuesday 24 May
• 10.30am - 1.00pm - Childhood immunisations and over 65 Flu only
• Corinella Public Immunisation Session including Flu

Bass Coast Shire Mayor, Cr Michael Whelan said that it's now more important than ever for everyone in the community to play their part in helping to stop the spread of the flu.

Delivering vaccinations

Cr Michael Whelan said, "We need to remember that the flu is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause severe illness and life-threatening complications, including pneumonia. During the pandemic, there has been lower levels of influenza vaccine coverage compared with previous years. With borders now reopening, a resurgence of influenza is expected this year."

"As well as getting a vaccine, you can also protect others by coughing or sneezing into your elbow, washing your hands regularly and if you're sick, avoid going to work or school, visiting vulnerable people or busy public places." Cr Whelan said.

Influenza vaccines can also be given on the same day as COVID-19 vaccines. Bass Coast Health are delivering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations at the Wonthaggi Town Hall. For more information on immunisation sessions contact council's Immunisation Administration Officer on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211 or visit 'Bass Coast Immunisation' page.

Pictures from Bass Coast Shire Council Facebook page.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com