A new nasal spray vaccine for young children under five will be introduced in Queensland ahead of the 2026 flu season, providing a needle-free option for vaccination. The Flu Mist …
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Queensland Premier and Deputy Premier Remain Tight-Lipped on Flu Vaccination Status
by adminLess than a third of Queensland’s population has received the flu vaccine this season; however, Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie maintains that he is satisfied with the state’s vaccination levels. “My …
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FIFO Workers Encouraged to Vaccinate Following Measles Outbreak in Perth and Pilbara Regions
by adminHealth authorities in Western Australia are urging fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) workers to get vaccinated against measles following the confirmation of two additional cases. This warning comes in the wake of a …
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Senior Officer Applauds Ruling to Incarcerate Notable Anti-Vaxxer for Assaulting Police Officer
by adminIn 2021, Raina Cruise launched a violent and alcohol-fuelled assault on Senior Constable Anthea Beck on Rundle Street, resulting in significant injuries to the officer. Bodycam footage captured the attack, …
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Australians Encouraged to Receive Booster Shots as New COVID-19 Variant Identified Across Several States
by adminAs Australia grapples with a new COVID-19 variant, health officials are raising concerns about the rising incidence of NB.1.8.1, a subvariant of the Omicron lineage. Over five years since COVID-19 …
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Australia is currently experiencing a significant rise in influenza cases, with over 63,000 reported so far this year, exceeding the five-year average. Health experts are expressing their concerns and urging …
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Leading Doctor Issues Warning Following Surge in Flu Cases Among Australian Children
by adminAccording to the Department of Health and Aged Care, there have been over 7,000 reported cases of influenza in children aged between five and nine this year, making it the …
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Two Children Have Sadly Died in the Texas Measles Outbreak. Could We Face a Similar Situation Here?
by adminA concerning decline in childhood vaccination rates in Australia may heighten the risk of measles outbreaks, according to infectious disease expert Professor James Wood from the University of New South …
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Urgent Appeal for Complimentary Flu Vaccinations in Anticipation of a Harsh Winter
by adminConcerns regarding a potentially severe flu season in South Australia have prompted calls for free vaccinations for all. Currently, the National Immunisation Program only provides free flu shots to specific …
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‘Transformative Move’: Pregnant Women and Infants to Receive Complimentary Access to RSV Vaccine in South Australia
by adminIn South Australia, a new initiative will provide free vaccination against Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) for pregnant women and infants, aimed at reducing hospital admissions following a challenging season. This …
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