Why Get a Flu Vaccination?

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory virus that can cause serious illness in people of all ages.

Each year, thousands of Australians are affected by the flu, with symptoms ranging from mild discomfort to severe respiratory distress.

A yearly flu shot is the most effective way to protect against the most common strains of the virus.

Because the flu virus changes frequently, it’s important to get vaccinated annually to ensure you’re protected against the latest strains.

Vaccination not only helps prevent illness in individuals but also reduces the risk of spreading the virus within the community, particularly to vulnerable groups like the elderly, young children, and people with compromised immune systems.

Who Should Get a Flu Shot?

Flu vaccination is recommended for everyone over the age of six months

Furthermore, certain groups are especially encouraged to receive it each year:

  • Adults aged 65 years and older
  • Pregnant women
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
  • Individuals with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, or heart disease
  • People working in high-contact environments like healthcare, childcare, or aged care

Even if you’re not part of a high-risk group, getting vaccinated can significantly reduce your chances of contracting or spreading the flu.

Medico Pharmacy can administer flu vaccines for anyone aged 5 years and older.

What to Expect

At Medico Pharmacy, our flu vaccinations are administered by qualified pharmacists in a private, clean, and comfortable consultation room.

The process is quick and usually takes just a few minutes. After your vaccination, we’ll ask you to wait in the pharmacy for a short observation period to ensure there are no immediate side effects.

Our team will also answer any questions you may have and provide guidance on how to care for yourself following your vaccination.

Easy and Convenient Appointments

Booking your flu vaccination at Medico Pharmacy is simple.

  • You can call us directly or visit our pharmacy to make an appointment.
  • We also accommodate walk-ins whenever possible, depending on staff availability.

We are committed to making the vaccination process as convenient and accessible as possible for our local Fairfield community.

With extended hours and a convenient location, Medico Pharmacy is your trusted destination for flu protection this season.