10 March 2023
NSW Health has provided the following information about the seasonal flu vaccination for general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services.
The key messages are:
- From April 2023, free influenza vaccines will be available to eligible people under the National Immunisation Program
- Immunisation Providers should target children under five years, Aboriginal people, pregnant women, medically-at risk patients and people aged 65 and over
- Take the opportunity to ensure your patients are up to date with all vaccinations
- Prepare your practice by reviewing the Influenza Vaccination Provider Toolkit 2023 available at health.nsw.gov.au/flu
The Department of Health and Aged Care has also provided resources and advice for vaccination providers.
Department of Health and Aged Care - influenza vaccination 2023 ATAGI advice on seasonal influenza vaccines in 2023 CMO advice: National Immunisation Program Getting vaccinated against influenza – resource collection National Immunisation Program schedule SKAI communications packageNCIRS has provided the following clinical guidance, resources, safety data and patient information to support vaccination for the 2023 influenza season.
Influenza is unpredictable