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ATAGI statement on COVID-19 vaccination and a reported case of thrombosis

A statement from the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) on COVID-19 vaccination and a reported case of thrombosis.

Joint statement on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

A statement from the acting Australian Government Chief Medical Officer, Professor Michael  Kidd and Head of the Therapeutic Goods Administration Adj. Professor John Skerritt

2021 NIP influenza vaccination program

Influenza vaccines through the National Immunisation Program (NIP) became available in April 2021. Timing may be different for your local area. You can order vaccines through the usual channels in your state or territory.

Flu vaccination in 2021

Vaccination against influenza (flu) remains important this year. Flu is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause widespread illness and deaths every year. Vaccination is our best defence against flu viruses.
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