The 2024 Influenza Season is almost upon us, so now is the time to consider having a ‘Flushot Booster as the 2024 formulation has just arrived and we have it in stock. Influenza vaccination is recommended for almost all Australians.
If you have symptoms of a Cold or Flu, please do a RAT test before attending the clinic, and also advise Reception that you have symptoms of respiratory illness when booking an appointment. Please wear a mask to minimise spread of your illness.
If you are over 60 years of age, ask your Doctor about the new RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) vaccine and whether it may be recommended for you.
The Toorak Clinic continues to administer Covid-19 vaccination boosters. Please note the COVID-19 boosters are only administered in our mini COVID Clinics : please phone Reception to make a booking on 9827 3600. The Monovalent (Omicron-specific) XBB vaccine has been available since mid- December 2023 and is available to everyone aged 18 years and over provided that they have not had a Covid infection or vaccination within the previous 6 months. It is a booster vaccine and therefore is not appropriate for those who have not had a primary course of two vaccines (three vaccines if immunocompromised). ATAGI recommends this booster be given to all adults aged 65 and over and all adults aged 18 to 64 who have a pre-existing health condition that makes them more prone to serious illness if they contracted Covid-19. It is also available to all adults aged 18 to 64 who are otherwise well but who choose to be vaccinated.
The Clinic also advises that our Sunday and Public Holiday morning appointment times have changed. If you wish to make an appointment or to speak to the duty doctor please phone 0400 131 911, preferably between 9 and 10 am.