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The Zostavax® vaccine is now available nationally for immunisation providers for people aged 70 to 79 years under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
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The shingles vaccine, Zostavax®, has been approved to be placed on the National Immunisation Program (NIP), to be provided free of charge from 1 November 2016 to people aged 70 years. There will also be a 5 year catch-up program for people aged 71 to 79 years.
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Important information on Zostavax and individuals who are immunocompromised.
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The Department has developed a template which provides a checklist for immunisation providers to consider before vaccinating a patient with Zostavax (pre-vaccination checklist).
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Media statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer, Professor Brendan Murphy regarding media claims about flu vaccines.
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There is now a free vaccine for shingles available for people 70 years old. A free catch up is also available for 71 to 79 year olds.
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