Covid Booster
Get Your Covid Booster in Bicton and Palmyra
Getting the booster is a great idea. Maybe you are worried about catching Covid or you are concerned about having time off work. Or maybe you just want to help protect the more vulnerable members of your family or community. Whatever the reason, having the booster lessens the severity of Covid illness should you catch it. The booster is available free of charge.
| Age | At risk** | No risk factors |
|---|---|---|
| <5 years | Not recommended | Not recommended |
| 5-17 years | Consider | Not recommended |
| 18-64 years | Recommended | Consider |
| ? 65 years | Recommended | Recommended |
https://www.health.gov.au/news/atagi-2023-booster-advice
Some groups of people are at higher risk of serious complications from Covid
- People who have medical conditions such as:
– heart disease
– kidney disease
– chronic respiratory conditions
– chronic illnesses that required regular medical attention or hospitalisation in the previous year
– chronic neurological conditions
– immunocompromising conditions
– haematological disorders
– diabetes and other metabolic disorders - People 65 years and older
