UNSW Health recommends all individuals aged 5 years and above strongly consider getting vaccinated. All TGA approved Covid-19 vaccines are very effective at reducing the risk of severe disease and reduce the spread of the virus.
Which vaccine is available?
We currently have in stock the new XBB 1.5 Covid-19 Vaccine for adults. We are not administering Covid-19 vaccinations for children.
Please call the Health Service 0293855425 or go online to make an appointment.
Not been vaccinated yet?
The Health Service has the new XBB 1.5 Covid-19 Vaccine for adults in stock.
Book and appointment
For all appointments you will need to bring in your Medicare card or Medibank OSHC (overseas health cover).
Dont have a Medicare card or Medibank OSHC?
If you do not have a Medicare card or Medibank OSHC, there are many places where you can find your free vaccination. Please visit your nearest state hub or use the link below to find your nearest clinic in New South Wales.
Unsure about getting vaccinated?
If you are unsure about getting vaccinated, find out more on the COVID-19 health alert page.
For information from NSW Health about vaccines, clinic locations and the latest advice please visit the NSW Health Website here
Any new information about vaccines available at the Health Service will be posted on this page.
Booster doses
Who is recommended to have a booster vaccine dose?
Adults
18 to 64 years
It is recommended to have an a 2024 COVID-19 vaccine dose if you are severely immunocompromised and it has been 6 months since your last dose or confirmed COVID-19 infection.
If you are not at higher risk of severe illness, you can consider getting a 2024 COVID-19 vaccine dose if it has been 6 months since your last dose or infection. You can speak to a healthcare provider about this.
75 years or older
It is recommended to have an a 2024 COVID-19 vaccine dose if 6 months has passed since your last dose or confirmed COVID-19 infection.
65 to 75 years
It is recommended to have a 2024 COVID-19 vaccine dose if 6 months has passed since your last dose or confirmed COVID-19 infection.
People aged 5 to 17 years
A booster dose may be considered for children and adolescents aged 5 to 17 years who are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 or have a disability with significant or complex health needs. This should be based on a discussion with your child’s doctor or vaccination provider.
This applies to children and adolescents whose last COVID-19 vaccine dose or confirmed infection (whichever is the most recent) was 6 months ago or more. It does not matter how many doses the child or adolescent has received before.
A booster dose is not currently recommended for children and adolescents aged under 18 years who are not at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19.
Children aged under 5 years
Booster doses are not recommended for children aged under 5 years at this time.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/vaccination/boosters#toc-who-is-recommended-to-have-a-booster-vaccine-dose
The Health Service is currently offering new XBB 1.5 Covid-19 vaccine as a booster dose.
Please call the Health Service for an appointment or book online as soon as possible as supplies are limited.
Alternatively, you can obtain both Moderna or Pfizer vaccines from Pharmacies and the state hubs. To find your nearest NSW Vaccine Clinic follow the link below.
Vaccines for Children Aged 5-17 years
We are not vaccinating children for COVID at present.
Who is Eligible?
A booster dose should be considered for children between 5-17 years old who have medical comorbidities that increase their risk of severe COVID-19, or disability with significant or complex health needs.
A booster is not recommended for those under 18 with no risk factors for severe COVID-19
AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria)-what do I do about my Booster dose?
If you have already had your second dose of the AstraZeneca (Vaxzevria) vaccine it is highly recommended to have a booster.
Unsure about getting vaccinated?
If you are unsure about getting vaccinated, find out more on the COVID-19 health alert page.
For information from NSW Health about vaccines, clinic locations and the latest advice please visit the NSW Health Website here
You can also book an appointment with one of our GP's to discuss.