From 1 September 2024, there are changes to the shingles vaccination eligibility under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
Free shingles vaccination under the NIP has been expanded to include individuals at a moderate to high-risk of severe infection and complications from shingles.
The Shingrix® Vaccine may be provided to a person who:
(a) is at least 65 years of age; or
(b) is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individual who is at least 50 years of age; or
(c) is at least 18 years of age and considered at increased risk of herpes zoster, due to an underlying condition and/or immunomodulatory/immunosuppressive treatments.
For more information regarding the Shingles vaccine, please read more at
If you believe you are eligible to partake in receiving the free shingles vaccination, or would like information on our provision at Emerald Medical Group, please contact us on 07 4986 7400, or email on enquiries@chhealth.com.au
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