Tag: Vaccination program
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Australia’s RSV immunisation rollout: thousands protected, but gaps remain
New era for infant RSV protection in Australia In 2025, Australia introduced free access to RSV immunisations for all infants, a landmark step in protecting the youngest, most vulnerable Australians from severe respiratory disease. Early indicators are encouraging: sentinel hospital data suggest a substantial drop in RSV-related hospitalisations and intensive care admissions during the peak…
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COVID-19: Alberta’s Controversial Vaccination Program Goes Live
What the new program covers in phase one On October 1, Alberta rolled out the first phase of its new COVID-19 vaccination program. Free doses are available for a limited set of groups: seniors living in long-term care facilities, people aged 65 and older, frontline health workers, and individuals with underlying medical conditions. The remaining…
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COVID-19 and Flu Vaccinations Start Oct 14 for 75+ in Sweden
Vaccination program kicks off Oct 14 in Västra Götaland In Sweden, Närhälsan will launch its autumn vaccination campaign on October 14, offering both the COVID-19 vaccine and the seasonal influenza vaccine at its 105 health centers across Västra Götaland. The campaign aims to protect older adults and people with medical risk factors as the autumn…