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COVID-19 vaccine access is changing from October-26
The way COVID-19 vaccines are funded in Australia will change from 1 October 2026. COVID-19 vaccines will move to the National Immunisation Program (NIP), which also funds many other routine vaccines. Under the new arrangements, free COVID-19 vaccines will be limited to people at higher risk of becoming seriously unwell. Who will be eligible for a government-funded COVID-19 vaccine? From 1 October 2026, government-funded COVID-19 vaccines will be available for: People aged 75
Sep 2
Celebrating Dr Michael Menezes’ RACGP Fellowship
We’re very pleased to share that Dr Michael Menezes’ Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has officially been approved. RACGP Fellowship is an important professional milestone for a GP. It reflects the successful completion of extensive general practice training and assessment, together with the knowledge and experience required to provide high-quality care across the many different areas of general practice. Achieving Fellowship requi
Sep 1
New Pneumococcal Vaccine and Supply Update
A new pneumococcal vaccine, Capvaxive®, has been introduced under the National Immunisation Program from the 1st of July 2026. Capvaxive protects against more types of pneumococcal bacteria than the previous adult vaccine and is now the funded vaccine for eligible adults under the program. The vaccine is Government-funded under the National Immunisation Program for: Adults aged 65 years and over Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults aged 25 years and over Adults aged 1
Aug 5
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