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WA Boosts Flu Shots: $1M for Winter Protection
13 Jun
Summary
- Western Australia invests $1 million to expand flu vaccination efforts.
- Over 500 practices will offer extra clinics and patient outreach.
- Initiative aims to protect at-risk groups during the winter peak.
The Western Australian Government has committed $1 million to bolster influenza vaccination efforts across the state, aiming to enhance protection during the upcoming winter peak.
This significant investment will support more than 500 general practices and Aboriginal Medical Services. These providers will conduct extra flu vaccination clinics and actively contact patients who may be due for their shots.
The initiative prioritizes vulnerable groups such as older adults, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, pregnant women, young children, and those with chronic health conditions. It aligns with the WA Government's 2026 Free Influenza Vaccine Program and Be Wise, Immunise campaign, running through May and June.
This measure is part of broader winter preparedness strategies designed to mitigate the impact of seasonal illnesses and alleviate pressure on hospitals and emergency departments. The RACGP has welcomed the funding, emphasizing general practice's crucial role in preventive healthcare and vaccination delivery.
