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Flu Vaccines

2026 Flu Vaccines Now Available at Double Bay Doctors

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Private and government-funded flu vaccines are now in stock for patients aged 6 months and over. Getting vaccinated each year helps protect you and your community as we head into the winter season.

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Our 2026 vaccines:

  • Fluzone®, Flucelvax®, Vaxigrip® (private & government-funded) - a trivalent influenza vaccine protecting against the most relevant circulating strains for the 2026 season

  • Flumist® (government-funded nasal spray) - available for children aged 2-17 years

  • Fluad® (government-funded) - a trivalent influenza vaccine designed to trigger a stronger immune response in patients aged 65 years and over who are at a higher risk for severe flu complications

 

Not sure if you're eligible for a government-funded vaccine? Check the eligibility criteria here.

 

Booking your flu vaccine 


We offer five appointment types to suit your needs:

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1. "Fluvax Anytime - Private [5yrs to 64yrs]" - Private vaccine at a time that suits you ($25.00 fee applies)

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2. "Free Fluvax Clinic - Govt Funded Only" - Government-funded vaccine during our dedicated clinic times (free for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card)

 

 

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3. "Free Fluvax Clinic - Govt Funded Nasal Spray [2yrs-17yrs]" - Government-funded nasal spray during clinic times (free for eligible patients with a valid Medicare card)

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4. "Fluvax Anytime - Govt Funded Only" - Government-funded vaccine at a time that suits you ($10.00 fee applies)

 

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5. "Fluvax Anytime - Govt Funded Nasal Spray [2yrs-17yrs]" - Government-funded nasal spray at a time that suits you ($10.00 fee applies)

 

 

 

 

You can also receive your flu vaccine during an existing GP appointment - standard gap fees apply plus the cost of the vaccine.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A GOVERNMENT FLU VACCINE?

  • Children 6 months to <5 years - traditional flu vaccination (Fluzone)

  • Children 2 years to <18 years - nasal spray flu vaccination (Flumist)

  • Pregnant women

  • Patients 65 years and over

  • Immunocompromised patients and patients suffering from Chronic Illness (see more information below)

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients

 
Immunocompromised patients and patients suffering from chronic illness include people aged 6 months & over with medical conditions putting them at increased risk of severe influenza & complications. Eligible patient groups include: 

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  • Cardiac disease

  • Chronic kidney disease

  • Chronic metabolic disorders

  • Chronic neurological conditions

  • Chronic respiratory conditions

  • Haematological disorders

  • Immunocompromising conditions

  • Children aged 5 to 10 years on long-term aspirin therapy

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If you don't fall into one of the categories above, please book a private flu vaccine appointment.

CHILDREN RECEIVING THEIR FIRST FLUVAX

The number of doses required depends on your child's age, health status, and the type of vaccine they receive.

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Injectable flu vaccine (IIV)

  • Healthy children aged 6 months to under 2 years - 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks apart

  • Children aged 6 months to under 9 years with a medical risk condition - 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks apart

  • All other children - 1 dose

 

Nasal spray vaccine (FluMist®)

  • Healthy children aged 2-17 years - 1 dose

  • Children aged 2-8 years with a medical risk condition, receiving flu vaccine for the first time - 2 doses, given at least 4 weeks apart

 

If you're unsure whether your child needs one or two doses, or which vaccine type is right for them, our nurses or GPs can help.

NASAL SPRAY FLU VACCINE (FLUMIST®)

This year, we are offering FluMist®, a nasal spray flu vaccine for eligible children aged 2-17 years.
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FluMist is delivered as a gentle spray into the nose rather than an injection, making it a more comfortable option for many children - particularly those who are needle-averse.
 
Check dosing information here.
 
FluMist is not suitable for children under 2 years of age, or for children with certain medical conditions. Your nurse or doctor can confirm whether FluMist is the right choice for your child.

FLU VACCINES FOR FAMILIES

If you are attending with family members, to ensure your appointment is on time, please book one appointment per family member and complete the online consent form for each family member during the booking process. 
 
Kindly avoid bringing friends or family with you to your flu vaccine appointment to allow room for other patients in the waiting room.

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