Vaccination Services

Pardeys Pharmacy can provide covid-19, Flu, whooping cough, shingles and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) vaccines. They are given by our qualified Pharmacist Immunisers without the need for a prescription, in a private consulting room.

After the vaccination you are required to stay in the allocated seating area for 15 minutes so that we can monitor you for any side effects, answer any queries and provide you with an immunisation

Vaccines are the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones and the community against infectious diseases. Vaccines tell your body's immune system how to protect you from an infection before you come into contact with the virus or bacteria. Vaccines are appropriate for most people; some of us are at higher risk of disease complications and may be eligible under the National Immunisation Program for subsidised vaccines:

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Covid 19

Pfizer Cominarty is a vaccine that can help prevent people from becoming ill from covid-19. The Pfizer covid-19 vaccine does not contain any live virus, and it cannot give you covid-19. It contains the genetic code for an important part of the SARS-CoV-2 virus called the spike protein. After getting the vaccine, your body makes copies of the spike protein. Your immune system will then learn to recognise and fight against the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes covid-19. The genetic code is broken down quickly by the body.

To prevent COVID-19, everyone who is eligible for a covid-19 vaccine should get vaccinated. Vaccination is voluntary. You can discuss any concerns or questions you have about covid-19 vaccination with your immunisation provider and/or your GP before you receive the vaccine.

A booster vaccine is recommended for the following:

> 18 yo based on underlying medical conditions requiring protection against covid 19 infection. Frequency of every 6 to 12 months is recommended based on ATAGI criteria.

It is important to continue other preventative measures like:

· physical distancing

· hand washing

· wearing a face mask

· COVID-19 testing and quarantine/isolation as required by your state/territory.

If you have been vaccinated against covid 19, you should still get a COVID-19 test if you have symptoms that meet testing criteria according to your local health authority (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat).

Influenza (Flu)

Influenza virus is prevalent in more than one variant and the severity of infection is dependent on these variants. The variants (usually 4) in the vaccine are updated every year based on expert advise from regulatory bodies. It is recommended to get vaccinated against influenza every year.

Pertussis (Whooping cough)

Whooping cough vaccine protects you against Bordetella Pertussis, a bacteria spread by coughs and sneezes. Whooping cough causes an uncontrollable cough and affects the airways making it hard to breathe. It can lead to more serious problems like pneumonia. Babies are at high risk of serious disease, under 6 months old they are too young to get the vaccination and need those around them to be protected.

You will be protected from around two weeks after vaccination. Whooping cough vaccination is required every 10 years, during each pregnancy and is recommended for breastfeeding women, healthcare workers, travellers, early childhood workforce, those in contact with infants, catch-up childhood vaccines or missed boosters.

Whooping cough is an acellular vaccine meaning it only contains partial, inactivated cells of the bacteria. It may be given to anyone who has had no previous allergy to the vaccine.

Respiratory synctial virus (RSV)

RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a contagious virus that causes upper and lower respiratory tract infection. Symptoms can be similar to a common cold, covid or flu. These includes a runny nose, nasal congestion, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath and wheezing, tiredness, body aches, fever and/or headache. RSV can affect the older adults who can suffer severe symptoms and even hospitalisation. RSV can worsen COPD and congestive heart failure in older adults. It can also cause severe disease in younger children.

Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Shingles occurs when the virus that causes chicken pox is reactivated in the body. Symptoms of shingles include development of a blistering rash that can be itchy, extremely painful, tingly. One can generally feel unwell. These symptoms are usually limited and resolve within 10 to 15 days. Complications of shingles can be postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain) that can last for more than 3 months after the initial rash. Other complications include eye disease, neurological problems and scarring from the rashes.

The shingles vaccine available is Shingrix and this is provided in a 2 dose course, second dose separated 2 to 6 months from the first dose.

Terms and Conditions:

Consent from a parent or guardian is required for people aged under 18. Age restrictions differ for each vaccine given in the pharmacy.
Price may vary due to brand availability. Vaccines may not be available at certain times of the year.
Pre-vaccination screening paperwork will need to be completed before vaccination.
Private information will need to be collected, stored and shared with the Australian Immunisation Register.
Not all Pardeys stores provide vaccination services, please call any store for more information.