COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
Leongatha Healthcare has ben selected by the Australian Government to participate in Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Who is eligible for Phase 1B COVID 19 Vaccination
Under Phase 1B of the COVID-19 vaccination program, priority population groups include:
- People 70 years of age or older;
- Other health care workers;
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people > 55;
- People with an underlying medical condition, including those with a disability; and
- Critical and high risk workers.
It is a further requirement that an eligible patient be a person aged 18 years or older who is eligible for Medicare.
Follow the link below to check your eligibility
How do I book an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine?
Online bookings will be available soon. Please call reception on 56 622201 to be put on our waiting list so that once we receive the COVID-19 vaccination stock we can call you to schedule your appointment.
which vaccine will you be administering & how many doses will i need?
We will be supplied with the AstraZeneca vaccine. AstraZeneca is administered as two doses delivered 12 weeks apart.
Can I have The Flu & COVID-19 vaccine at the same time?
The Australian Government has recommended a gap of at least TWO WEEKS between the flu & COVID-19 vaccines. It doesn't matter which order you receive the vaccines in.
How much does it cost?
The COVID-19 vaccine is provided and administered at no cost to all eligible Medicare Card holders.