Pneumococcal Disease is an infection cause by a type of bacteria called ‘Streptocuccus pneumoniae’. There are many different strains of Streptoccus pneumoniae bacteria. While it is often associated with lung infection (pneumonia), Streptococcus pneumonia can also cause serious blood infections and infections of the brain lining (Meningitis). Vaccination is available to protect against the more…
2018 Flu Vaccine – All you need to know
Now Available! Dr Dale Garred, our new female GP at Manly Village Medical tells you everything you need to know about this year’s Flu Vaccine including information about the new free immunisation program for children. What is ‘The Flu’ The Flu (or Influenza) is an illness caused by infection of the body’s cells with type of…
2018 Flu Vaccine -When is the best time to get Vaccinated?
UPDATE – THE FLU VACCINE HAS NOW ARRIVED AND WE ARE TAKING BOOKINGS FOR OUR FLU CLINICS. ALL FLU SHOTS BOOKED INTO OUR FLU CLINICS ARE BULK BILLED. there is no charge for patients eligible to receive vaccines under the national immunisation program. for all other patients there is a fee of $13.65 + GST…