Tag: children vaccination
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New COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines Available in NB from Oct. 14
NB residents can book the new COVID-19 and flu vaccines starting now New Brunswick is rolling out updated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, with availability beginning on October 14. The provincial government announced that bookings for the shots are open online now, and appointments will start next week across hospitals, public health sites, and participating pharmacies.…
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When Will ACT Offer Needle-Free Flu Vaccines for Children?
Overview: Needle-free options on the horizon Parents across Australia have grown accustomed to the annual flu jab for their children, but many would welcome a needle-free option that is just as effective. In Australia, the intranasal FluMist vaccine is being considered for approval and rollout in coming years. The conversation is especially topical in the…
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Nasal Flu Spray for Kids Aims to Boost Australian Vaccination Rates Ahead of 2026
Rollout overview: Intranasal FluMist for young children A new influenza vaccine delivered as a nasal spray will be rolled out for children aged two to five in Australia ahead of the 2026 flu season. The intranasal formulation is needle-free and is touted by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners as “as easy as it…