The Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) have approved booster shots for teens aged 16 and above, effective Feb. 3. Teenagers will be receiving the same dosage as adults and the recommended booster interval period is also three months after the primary doses. Health Minister Greg Hunt welcomed the news saying it was good…
Australia Approves Boosters For 16 And Over
February 2, 2022
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‘Absolutely Critical’: Victoria Premier Pushes to Redefine Full Vaccination as Three Doses
Australians might be mandated to get their third shot of the COVID-19 before being considered “fully vaccinated,” as Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews said he was pushing for a redefinition of the term. Speaking ahead of a meeting of the National Cabinet on Thursday, the premier said “only three doses” could help people be “properly protected…
Australia Eyes COVID-19 Booster Program for Teens
January 12, 2022
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Australia is considering whether to launch a booster program for young people under the age of 18, according to leading medical authorities. The announcement came after more than 35,000 children had their first COVID-19 jab on the first day of the primary rollout for five to 11-year-old on Monday. While more Australians are queuing to…
Health Minister: Enough Boosters For All Australians
December 12, 2021
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Health Minister Greg Hunt has assured that there are enough vaccines for booster shots despite the timeframe between the second dose and the booster shot being brought forward by a month. The minister announced at the press conference at Mornington Village pharmacy on Dec. 12 that 4.1 million Australians will be eligible to receive the…
Australian Health Advisory Board Distances Itself From Vaccine Mandates
Australia’s technical advisory body to the federal health minister has distanced itself from the use of vaccine mandates—a measure which has been criticised by the World Health Organization (WHO), arguing that it should be an “absolute last resort.” The head of the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI), Dr. Chris Blyth, was asked on…
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