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Flu Vaccinations at Ninox Health Buderim & Chancellor Park
Protect yourself and your family with a flu vaccine at Ninox Health. Our clinics in Buderim and Chancellor Park offer safe and quick flu vaccinations to help prevent the spread of influenza.
In Queensland, the flu season can hit hard, but the good news is, you can protect yourself and your family with a flu vaccine at Ninox Health. It’s safe, quick, and your best defence against the flu.
Influenza, the flu, is more than just a bad cold, it can lead to serious illness, especially for the following groups:
- Young children
- Older adults
- Pregnant women
- People with ongoing health conditions
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Getting the flu shot helps:
- Reduce your risk of getting sick
- Lessen the severity if you do catch the flu
- Protect those around you, especially vulnerable people
When Should You Get the Flu Vaccine?
In Queensland, flu season usually starts around May and peaks in winter. The best time to get vaccinated is from March to May, before the virus starts spreading widely. But if you haven’t had it yet, it’s not too late!
Who is Eligible for a Free Flu Shot?
Under the National Immunisation Program (NIP), the following people are eligible for a free flu vaccine in Queensland:
- Children aged 6 months to under 5 years
- Adults 65 years and older
- Pregnant women
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over
- People with medical conditions that increase the risk of complications from the flu
Getting your flu shot at Ninox Health is quick and easy:
- Call to make an appointment
- One of our nurses will give you the injection
- You’ll be asked to wait approximately 10–15 minutes afterward, just to make sure you feel okay
- Remember that side effects are usually mild, like a sore arm or feeling a bit tired for a day or two
Don’t wait until the flu season hits hard. Protect yourself and your community. Book your flu vaccine today at Ninox Health. Just call us and speak to one of our friendly medical receptionists to reserve your spot. We are in it together!