- pregnant women
- people aged 65 years of age and over
- Indigenous Australians aged 15 years and over
- individuals aged six months and over with medical conditions that put them at risk of severe influenza, including:
- heart disease
- chronic respiratory conditions
- chronic diseases requiring medical follow-up or hospitalisation in the past year
- chronic neurological conditions
- people with weakened immune systems
- children aged six months to 10 years receiving long term aspirin therapy
If you are unsure if you are in a high risk category for complications from influenza, or if you require medical advice, speak with your GP or immunisation provider, or ring healthdirect Australia 1800 022 222.
Note: Some immunisation providers may charge a consultation fee for administering vaccines. It is recommended that you check if the vaccine is available and what the costs will be when making an appointment with your immunisation provider.
Vaccination Safety
All vaccines used in Australia have been extensively tested for safety.
For more information about vaccination, including common side effects and what to do, and how to report a suspected adverse reaction to a vaccine, see vaccination safety information for consumers.
Flu (influenza) vaccine and children: what WA parents need to know - 2011
Where to get vaccinated
Metropolitan WA
The seasonal flu vaccine is available in metropolitan WA from immunisation providers including GP clinics and Aboriginal Medical Services.
For further information, contact your GP or immunisation provider.
Country WA
The seasonal flu vaccine is available in country WA at:
- GP clinics
- Aboriginal Medical Services
- Community Health clinics
Please contact your local Public Health Unit for further information on where to get vaccinated in your region.
| Gascoyne Population Health Unit Phone: 9941 0560 |
| Geraldton Population Health Unit Phone: 9956 1985 |
| Great Southern Population Health Unit Phone: 9842 7500 |
| Kalgoorlie-Boulder Population Health Unit Phone: 9080 8200 |
| Kimberley Population Health Unit Phone: 9194 1630 |
| Pilbara Population Health Unit Phone: 9172 8333 |
| South West Population Health Unit Phone: 9781 2350 |
| Wheatbelt Public Health Unit Phone: 9622 4320 |