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Vaccinations at Discount Drug Stores

Vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your family, and your community from diseases and nasty bugs.1
Because protecting yourself and your loved ones from harmful diseases should be easy, our expertly trained Discount Drug Stores pharmacist make it convenient for you and your loved ones to get the best shot at protection.
Whether you’re gearing up for a family adventure, ensuring your child stays safe and protected, or wanting to stay on top of your routine and seasonal vaccinations, our friendly pharmacists are happy to give you advice and recommendations tailored to your family’s vaccination needs.

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Flu Vaccinations

Yearly flu vaccination is recommended for any person aged 6 months and older in Australia.2 The flu can affect people of all ages, especially those most at risk such as babies, pregnant women and the elderly. Various flu vaccine options are available, including the standard quadrivalent, cell‑based formulation, high‑dose vaccine for those over 60, and an enhanced vaccine for those aged 65 and above. 3

Certain flu vaccines are covered by the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for eligible individuals.3 Speak to your Discount Drug Store pharmacist to discuss the flu vaccination choices available to you and whether you are eligible for a free flu vaccination.

COVID-19 Vaccinations

Discount Drug Stores played a crucial role in supporting their communities during the COVID‑19 pandemic and remain dedicated to safeguarding you and your family from the COVID‑19 virus.
Our Discount Drug Stores are approved vaccination providers for the Pfizer (Comirnaty), Moderna (Spikevax) and Novavax (NUVAXOVID®) vaccines.

For optimal protection against COVID‑19, it is recommended to stay up to date with vaccine doses.4
Check with your Discount Drug Store pharmacist about available COVID‑19 vaccines and your eligibility for your next dose.

Government-funded Vaccinations

Vaccinations funded under the National Immunisation Program are now available in‑store at Discount Drug Stores.

The National Immunisation Program (NIP) Schedule outlines a series of immunisations administered at specific stages throughout your life, with all listed vaccines provided free by the Australian Government.5

Our expertly trained pharmacists at Discount Drug Stores are now able to administer a range of NIP‑funded vaccines for school‑aged children, teens and adults, helping protect you and your loved ones against harmful diseases.5

These include routine vaccines against influenza, adolescent dTpa, meningococcal ACWY, human papillomavirus (HPV), whooping cough, shingles and pneumococcal disease. Some people may also be eligible to receive government‑funded “catch‑up” vaccines, if they were not vaccinated according to the current Australian recommendations.6

Vaccination availability varies by pharmacy. Please check with your Discount Drug Store pharmacist today about availability and your eligibility under the NIP.

Family

At Discount Drug Stores, we are committed to helping keep Australian families safe and healthy. We understand that each family is unique, and every member in your family deserves the best protection at every stage of life. This includes protecting mothers and newborns against illness, ensuring kids start their school journey with the right vaccine coverage, providing teens with their routine high‑school shots, and preventing illness in our more senior generations. For routine family vaccinations and protection from seasonal diseases, we've got you covered! Our mission is to make staying up‑to‑date with vaccinations easy, stress‑free, and tailored to the specific needs of your family.

Additionally, our expert pharmacists at Discount Drug Stores are now able to administer a range of vaccines fully‑funded under the National Immunisation Program (NIP). Speak to your Discount Drug Store pharmacist about vaccination availability and your eligibility under the NIP today.

Travel Vaccination

Planning a getaway? Not sure about the vaccinations required for your destination? We've got you covered!

Discount Drug Stores are committed to ensuring you and your loved ones have a safe and healthy trip by helping to identify the recommended and required vaccines for your travel destination.

Whether you’re going to an exotic location or attending a mass gathering overseas, don't risk returning with a disease that could have been prevented by having a readily available vaccine. Vaccination is the most effective way to protect you and your loved ones from various diseases such as influenza, COVID-19, cholera, hepatitis A and B, meningococcal disease, Japanese encephalitis, typhoid, polio, yellow fever and rabies7.

And did you know, our friendly team at Discount Drug Stores can help with much more than just your travel vaccinations?

Our pharmacists can provide you up-to-date and personalised advice on how to manage your health and medications while traveling. From the best measures to reduce your risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) during long-haul flights, to recommending essential first aid and personal care items, we've got you covered. Whether it's preparing you for minor accidents or assisting you in maintaining your daily wellness, we’re committed to ensuring your well-being throughout your journey.

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Disclaimer

Not all vaccinations are available at all Discount Drug Store pharmacies. Check availability with your local Discount Drug Store. Vaccine administration is subject to pre‑screening and pharmacist recommendations. Some people are eligible for vaccines funded under the National Immunisation Program  (NIP). Administration fees for NIP may apply for some people, including children aged under 5 years. Vaccine and administration fees may apply for people who are not eligible to receive a NIP‑funded vaccination.

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References:

1. Better Health Channel, Why immunisation is important, https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Whyhttps://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/Why-immunisation-is-important-immunisation-is-important
2. Department of Health 2023, https://www.health.gov.au/health-topics/immunisation/immunisation-services/influenza-flu-immunisation-service
3. Australia Immunisation Handbook, https://immunisationhandbook.health.gov.au/contents/vaccine-preventable-diseases/influenza-flu
4. Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Covid-19 vaccines- Is it true? How long does it take for the vaccines to work?, https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/covid-19-vaccines/is-it-true/is-it-true-how-long-does-it-take-for-the-vaccines-to-work#:~:text=To%20receive%20the%20best%20protection,each%20age%20and%20population%20group.
5. Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, National Immunisation Program Schedule, https://www.health.gov.au/topics/immunisation/when-to-get-vaccinated/national-immunisation-program-schedule
6. Australia Immunisation Handbook, Catch-up vaccination, https://immunisationhandbook.health.gov.au/contents/catch-up-vaccination
7. Department of Health and Aged Care: Immunisation for travel https://www.health.gov.au/topics/immunisation/when-to-get-vaccinated/immunisation-for-travel#vaccines-needed-for-travel