2024 Flu Vaccinations
As the flu season approaches, UOW’s flu vaccination scheme will be available from Monday the 1st of April.
Your annual influenza vaccination should occur anytime from April on wards to be protected from the virus’ peak season, which is generally from June to September.
This year, there are again two options for your vaccination process. Wollongong Campus staff can book in for a free flu vaccination via the Wollongong Campus Pharmacy and can book using the link UOW Campus Pharmacy.
For staff working remotely or in other campuses, reimbursement applications are available via the Australian Vaccine Services, and can be used at your preferred GP or pharmacy location. The process to receive your vaccination is:
Contact your preferred GP or pharmacy and book a flu vaccination appointment:
- Pay for and receive your flu vaccination. Be sure to keep your receipt and ask for a confirmation of your vaccination from the healthcare service.
- Access the UOW/AVS portal and submit a claim for reimbursement. Note that there is a $28 cap for reimbursement.
You should receive an email confirmation of your claim and receive reimbursement within 2 weeks. Please direct any enquiries to AVS on 1800 FLU VAC (358 822). Be sure to stay healthy and safe this flu season!
Free seasonal influenza vaccine is funded under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for the following groups at higher risk of complications from influenza. Please check your eligibility here:
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/flu.aspx#eligibility
For more information on Flu Vaccinations, please check out the NSW health page:
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/Influenza/Pages/default.aspx