At Bellbowrie Family Practice, we offer a comprehensive range of immunisation services. From young babies to seniors, we are able to provide vaccinations for all ages and life situations. Our services include childhood immunisations, flu shots for pregnant women and seniors, and travel vaccinations.
Immunisation provides protection against a range of serious illnesses. It prompts the body’s immune system to produce antibodies in response to the vaccine. If a vaccinated person comes into contact with a real illness, the immune system recognises the threat and sets out to destroy it.
Immunisation and vaccination are terms that are often used interchangeably, but they have different meanings. A vaccination is the injection that is administered. Immunisation takes place when the body responds and becomes immune to illness.
The National Immunisation Schedule recommends vaccination as follows:
Birth
2 Months
4 Months
6 Months
12 Months
18 Months
4 Years
10 – 15 Years
Every year a new flu vaccination provides protection against current strains of the influenza virus. If you are aged 65 or over, the following vaccinations are recommended:
If you are between 71 and 79, a free catch-up vaccination is available until 2021:
Some occupations expose you to a higher risk of illness. Each industry has specific risks and recommended vaccinations. The Queensland government recommends vaccination for the following occupations.
Vaccination is mandatory in some industries and each industry has specific vaccination requirements. If you work in an at-risk industry, talk to us about which vaccinations you need.
Some people have a higher risk of contracting a serious illness. The government recognises that the following groups may need extra protection through vaccination:
If you are in an at-risk group, talk to us about what vaccinations you might need to keep you protected.
We offer a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations and advice. For more details on our travel vaccination services, please read our Travel Vaccinations and Advice page.
Make an Appointment
If you would like to make an appointment for a vaccination or want to know more about our vaccination services, please call us on 07 3202 5360. You can also make an appointment using our online booking service.