To provide you with optimum protection, the most current COVID-19 vaccines are available at Blackburn Clinic (subject to stock availability). A booster provides protection against serious illness from COVID-19.
Covid vaccination guidelines for 2024:
75 years and older
Recommended every 6 months.
65-74 years
Recommended at least every 12 months, but can receive every six months. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits.
18-64 years
With severe immunocompromise: Recommended at least every 12 months, but can receive every six months. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits.
Without severe immunocompromise: Can receive every 12 months.
5-17 years
With severe immunocompromise: Can receive every 12 months.
Without severe immunocompromise: Not recommended.
Under 5 years
Not recommended.
Please note: Boosters should be taken 6 months following the previous dose or 6 months after your last COVID infection.
The date you had your last COVID-19 vaccine is on your COVID-19 digital certificate, available through your myGov account or the Express Plus Medicare App.