Vaccination Services
Vaccination Services (as we do more than just flu vaccinations)
Workplace flu vaccinations — our immunisation services come to you.
This means minimum impact on your employees and less downtime.
Getting the flu is a problem and doesn’t just effect employees in workplaces it affects productivity in all business due to lost work days. It is recognised that all workers that have been immunised against the flu have nearly half the number of sick days.
Flu vaccinations
help prevent influenza better known as the flu. Flu is caused by infection with specific influenza viruses. Each year a record number of Australian’s are diagnosed with the flu. Flu seasons are unpredictable, the severity and how long the flu season lasts varies each year. Our vaccination programs are accredited by Queensland Health and we provide competent certified Immunisation Program Nurses.
On site workplace flu vaccinations annually are proven to be the single most effective measure to prevent influenza. You can reduce the risk of getting the flu and spreading the virus by having flu vaccinations annually.
Northern Nursing has a broad client base providing outreach immunisation programs covering a 200km radius from Brisbane CBD.
To discuss your immunisation needs, phone 07 3394 4222 and our Immunisation Program Coordinator will be able to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why should I be vaccinated annually?
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Each year the influenza vaccine is altered as necessary to ensure the maximum protection against the most recent virus strains.
Q. Are my chances of getting the flu reduced if I get annual vaccinations?
A. You reduce your chances of getting the flu and may reduce the severity should you happen to be infected.
Q. Does the vaccine give you the flu?
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You cannot get the flu from the vaccine – there is no live virus used in its manufacture. Once you have had the flu vaccine it takes approximately 14 - 21 days to give you protection.
Q. What if I get a cold?
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Common colds can be mistaken for influenza. Influenza vaccine helps protect you against the flu not against the common cold.
Q. I’m fit and healthy, do I need to get the flu shot?
A. It doesn’t matter how fit and healthy you are you are still at risk of catching the flu.
Additional Immunisation Services
As well as providing flu vaccinations, Northern Nursing can tailor other vaccination programs to meet your needs in workplaces. Many occupations expose you to diseases that can be preventable. We are happy to answer any questions as to the coverage you would need in your work environment and to discuss the benefits of immunisation. For more information please refer to the following link - Benefits of Immunisation