Australia’s top immunisation experts have updated their advice to recommend the Pfizer vaccine for adults aged under 60. Learn more about new advice from Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) at www.health.gov.au/COVID-19-vaccines
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17th June, 2021
If you have a Covid Vaccine appt and you are in the age group that is affected by the changes , we will contact you ... Read MoreRead Less
17th June, 2021
Timeline Photos[NEWS] Updated ATAGI advice regarding AstraZeneca vaccine.
The Australian Government has today received updated advice from the expert vaccine body, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) about the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Learn more at: health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-greg-hunt-mp/media/updated-atagi-advice-regarding-astrazeneca-vac... ... Read MoreRead Less
17th June, 2021
Covid Clinic update : Thankyou for your patience , we are ringing patients to make appts to our covid clinics each day , working our way through our waiting list .
However , we are seeing some of these clinics with no shows ..
Please make sure you keep your reminder and attend . A non attendance fee will apply , but more importantly this wastes a appt another patient could have had . ... Read MoreRead Less
9th June, 2021
We have had lots of questions , hope this helps ?
Can I have Pfizer Vaccine at FMC ?
No , at this time we only have access to Astra Zeneca for the over 50 yr olds .
I have had my name on the wait list for ages and have not heard anything ?
We have had a huge number of patients request a Vaccine , we are working our way through the list , we will ring you when we can get you in .
Why is it taking so long ?
The covid vaccine is not like flu vaccines where we can order bundles of several hundred in one order upon demand . SA Health limit the number of covid vaccines we can order at any one time , initially it was only 100 vaccines , only recently been increased to 200 per order ( and only one order per week )
The first thing for us to consider when planning covid clinics , is the balance of utilising Drs and Nurses appts for Covid Vaccinations so that we don't reduce our regular Doctors appts and regular Nurse appts for those that are unwell .
And the second thing to consider is that we are able to balance our available staff in three months time to do the second dose .
From June onwards , we have many more covid clinics of 20 patients per clinic . These will be scheduled 4 days per week to help us work through the wait list .
Thankyou in advance for your patience . ... Read MoreRead Less
31st May, 2021
We kindly ask all patients , if you attending our clinic , and have a cold , cough , you must please wear a mask at all times .
Make sure you keep a mask in your car or bag at all times .. So that you are prepared .
Some of our GPs will prefer to offer phone appts for those who are unwell , so that may be an alternative option offered to you .
Please be respectful to our staff as we ensure everyone's health and safety . ... Read MoreRead Less
27th May, 2021
South Australia will impose a hard border with Greater Melbourne from 6PM CST.
The only exemptions are essential travellers and returning South Australians, who will need to quarantine for 14 days.
This does not apply to regional Victoria and regional SA, ongoing cross-border permits remain in place.
For more information head to the SA Health website. ... Read MoreRead Less
26th May, 2021
Patients please be advised on Sunday the 30th May , the clinic is closed . ... Read MoreRead Less
24th May, 2021
Timeline PhotosIt’s National Palliative Care Week. The theme for this year is “Palliative Care – it’s more than you think!". Aiming to spark important conversations in our community about the benefits of quality palliative care and celebrate the dedication of all those working and volunteering in palliative care across Australia.
Palliative care can help people with life-limiting illnesses to live as well as possible, for as long as possible by supporting their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs.
For more information, visit: palliativecare.org.au/ ... Read MoreRead Less
24th May, 2021
Have you had your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine❓
You’ll need to get your second vaccine dose of the same vaccine within the recommended time frame.
The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) recommend:
▪️ AstraZeneca vaccine – 12 weeks (can be given from 4 – 12 weeks if needed)
▪️ Pfizer vaccine – 21 days (can be given from 21 – 42 days if needed)
The vaccines have proven to be most effective when given at the recommended interval.
If you are concerned about the timing of your COVID-19 vaccine, you should discuss this with your GP.
ℹ️ Learn more about getting vaccinated for COVID-19 here: bit.ly/3bLfGmm ... Read MoreRead Less
24th May, 2021
