Free flu vaccinations are now available for international students
As we continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever for you to protect yourself against other seasonal illnesses like influenza. Bupa is now offering free flu vaccinations to all international students, regardless of who provides your overseas Overseas Health Cover (OSHC).
Why should I get the flu shot?
While the vaccine won’t protect you against COVID-19, it will reduce your risk of flu, which kills hundreds of people every year and leads to thousands more hospitalisations. We strongly encourage you to get a flu vaccination as soon as possible, for a number of reasons:
- Getting the flu and COVID-19 at the same time could make you very ill.
- The flu virus is constantly changing – so even if you were vaccinated last year, the protection provided by the previous year’s vaccine diminishes over time.
- Getting the flu vaccine early will ease pressure on Australia’s health system – fewer cases of influenza will free up time and resources to deal with COVID-19.
How can I access the flu shot?
For Burwood appointments:
- Book an appointment online.
- You will receive a confirmation email outlining the time and date of your appointment. Your appointment will be at:
Deakin University Building B
Level 2, 221 Burwood Highway, Burwood
View location on map - When attending campus, please go straight to the above location and follow all instructions from the medical staff.
- PLEASE NOTE: If on the day of your appointment, you are not feeling well, you have been tested for COVID-19 or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed case, please do NOT attend. Call us on 9244 5577 for next steps.
For Geelong appointments:
- Book an appointment online.
- You will receive a confirmation email outlining the time and date of your appointment. Your appointment will be at:
Deakin University John Hay Building D
1 Gheringhap St, Geelong
View location on map - When attending campus, please go straight to the above location and follow all instructions from the medical staff.
- PLEASE NOTE: If on the day of your appointment, you are not feeling well, you have been tested for COVID-19 or have been in contact with a suspected or confirmed case, please do NOT attend. Call us on 5247 9312 for next steps.
More information
Got a question? Just contact the Deakin Medical Centre for help.