Sunday, 15 February 2026

Free flu shots extended

THE state government is extending its free influenza vaccination program over the school holidays. The program will continue to July 10. Throughout June, all Victorians aged six months and over have been eligible for a free flu shot from more than...

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Free flu shots extended
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THE state government is extending its free influenza vaccination program over the school holidays. 

The program will continue to July 10.

Throughout June, all Victorians aged six months and over have been eligible for a free flu shot from more than 2000 GP clinics and community pharmacies across the state.

If you have not yet received your free flu shot, now is the time to contact your local GP or community pharmacy to book in and protect yourself this winter.

The flu vaccination is already free for children under five years, people over 65 years, pregnant women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with increased risk medical conditions.

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