Beat the Flu This Season!

As the cooler months approach in Brisbane, so does the heightened risk of influenza, commonly known as the flu. At Sunmed Skin and Medical, your health and well-being are our top priority. That’s why we’re excited to announce that the 2025 flu vaccines are now available in our clinic!

Don’t wait until you’re feeling unwell. Protect yourself and your loved ones this flu season by getting vaccinated.

Queensland’s 2025 Free Flu Vaccination Program

We are pleased to support the Queensland Health initiative by participating in the 2025 Free Flu Vaccination Program. This program aims to increase vaccination rates across the state and reduce the impact of influenza on our community.

Key information about the 2025 program:

• Commencement: The free vaccination program began on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, as vaccine stock became available.
• Full Supply: While some vaccines were available from the start, full supply is expected by April 2025.
• Conclusion: The program will run until Tuesday, September 30th, 2025.
• Recommended Timing: For optimal protection during the peak flu season (typically June to September in most of Australia), it is recommended to get your annual flu vaccination from April onwards. However, vaccination can continue as long as flu viruses are circulating and a valid vaccine is available

Why Get a Flu Vaccine?

The annual flu vaccine is the most effective way to protect yourself against influenza. Here’s why it’s so important:

• Reduces your risk of getting sick: The vaccine helps your body develop antibodies that fight against the specific flu viruses circulating each year.
• Prevents serious complications: Flu can lead to serious health issues, including pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus and ear infections, and can worsen chronic medical conditions. Vaccination significantly lowers the risk of these complications, hospitalisation, and even death.
• Protects vulnerable individuals: By getting vaccinated, you also help protect those who are more susceptible to severe flu, such as young children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with chronic health conditions. This concept is known as “community immunity.”
• Reduces the spread of the virus: Even if you do get the flu after vaccination, your symptoms are likely to be milder, and you’ll be less likely to spread the virus to others.
• Helps keep you healthy and productive: Avoiding the flu means fewer missed days of work, school, or other important activities.

Who Should Get Vaccinated?

The Queensland Government recommends annual flu vaccination for everyone aged 6 months and over.

The following groups are eligible for a FREE flu vaccine under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) and the 2025 Queensland Free Flu Vaccination Program:  

• Children aged 6 months to less than 5 years
• All adults aged 65 years and over
• Pregnant women (at any stage of pregnancy)
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over  
• People aged 6 months and over with certain medical conditions that increase their risk of severe influenza and its complications, such as:
  • Cardiac disease
  • Chronic respiratory conditions (including severe asthma)
  • Chronic neurological conditions
  • Immunocompromising conditions
  • Diabetes and other metabolic disorders
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Haematological disorders
  • Children aged 6 months to 10 years on long-term aspirin therapy

If you are not eligible for a free vaccine under these programs, private flu vaccines are also available at our clinic.  

Getting Your Flu Vaccine at Sunmed Skin and Medical

We’ve made it easy for you to get your flu vaccine this year. Simply:

• Contact our clinic to book your appointment. You can call us on 07 36668777 or schedule your flu vaccination at SunMed Clinic by calling us or booking online. 
• Visit our clinic during our opening hours. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you.

Our experienced healthcare professionals will ensure a quick and comfortable vaccination process.

Important Information Regarding Vaccine Supply

As advised by Queensland Health, while some influenza vaccines became available from March 1st, full supply is anticipated in April 2025. We encourage you to book your appointment as soon as possible to ensure you receive your vaccination in a timely manner, especially as we move into the peak flu season.

Protect Yourself and Our Community – Get Your Flu Shot Today!

Don’t let the flu disrupt your life this season. Take proactive steps to safeguard your health and the health of those around you. Contact Sunmed Skin and Medical today to book your 2025 flu vaccination.

We look forward to helping you stay healthy this flu season!