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Protect yourself and your loved ones this winter

The 2024 flu vaccine is available now. Influenza (flu) is serious, but your yearly flu vaccine offers the best protection against getting really sick – so you can keep doing the things you love.

Getting a flu vaccine is quick, easy and recommended for everyone aged 6 months, and is free for:

Children aged 6 months to under 5 years
Pregnant women, at any stage of pregnancy
Aboriginal people aged 6 months and over
Anyone aged 65+
People with serious health conditions such as diabetes, cancer, immune disorders, severe asthma, kidney, heart or lung disease.

Book your flu vaccine today with your doctor, local pharmacy or Aboriginal Medical Service (AMS) through healthdirect.gov.au/nswfluvaccine

Everyone aged 5 years and older can get vaccinated at their local pharmacy.

For more information, visit health.nsw.gov.au/respiratory

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