This winter, stay well against influenza, also known as the flu and COVID-19 by keeping up to date with your vaccinations. 

The flu and COVID-19 are highly contagious. 

Now is the best time to get vaccinated before the flu season peaks. 

Free vaccines are available through your local immunisation provider, including doctors, pharmacies, and some local councils. 

COVID-19 booster doses protect people from severe illness caused by new variants. Immunity wanes over time, which reduces your protection.  

Having a booster recharges immunity and helps protect you from severe illness.  

COVID-19 boosters are free for all Victorians and recommended every 6 months for older Victorians and those who are severely immunocompromised.  

If you do contract COVID-19 or the flu some people are eligible for prescription medicines that can reduce health complications and the need for hospitalisation, if taken soon after symptoms appear. Find out more from your doctor. 

The good news is that you can get both flu and COVID-19 vaccines at the same time.  

So get your flu shot and keep up-to-date with your COVID-19 vaccination. 

Book now with your pharmacist or doctor. 

And remember, you can help yourself stay well this winter.