Question 1

Do I have to book in for a vaccination?

Accepted Answer

No, appointments are not mandatory for vaccinations at our pharmacy.

We welcome walk-ins, making it convenient for you to receive your vaccination without prior booking. There's no need to schedule online; simply visit our pharmacy during vaccination operating hours.

Upon arrival, you'll be required to fill out a brief paper form before receiving your vaccination.

While appointments are not mandatory for vaccinations at our pharmacy, we recommend booking in advance to ensure availability. It's important to note that booking ahead can guarantee availability, as walk-in appointments may be subject to availability based on demand.

Question 2

Do you offer walk-in vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

Walk-ins currently available:
Monday - Friday: 9am - 6pm 
Saturday: 9am - 12:30pm

Question 3

What will happen when I arrive at the pharmacy for a vaccination?

Accepted Answer

As with all vaccination providers, the pharmacist is required to make a final assessment of your eligibility to receive any vaccination on the day of your appointment.

This will include completing the pre-screening process and gaining your consent to complete the vaccination service. In addition, as at other vaccination clinics, the pharmacist will request that you remain in the pharmacy for 15 minutes to monitor you for side effects from the vaccination. Finally, the pharmacist will upload the details of your vaccination to the Australian Immunisation Register.

Question 4

What should I do if I miss my appointment?

Accepted Answer

If you miss your scheduled appointment for any reason, please reach out to us!

If you contact us within 24 hours of the missed appointment, our staff can try to reschedule your appointment over the phone, depending on availability.

Please contact us to cancel or reschedule either by emailing us at contact@stanmorestationpharmacy.com.au or call us at (02) 9569 4396.

Question 5

How much does the COVID-19 vaccine cost?

Accepted Answer

COVID-19 vaccine doses are free for everyone in Australia.

Question 6

How much are your other vaccines?

Accepted Answer

The prices of our other vaccines are:Shingles (Shingrix): $300Whooping Cough (Boostrix): $65Typhoid (Typhim): $85Chicken Pox/Varicella (Varivax): $85Hepatitis A (Avaxim/Havrix): $85Hepatitis B (Engerix-B Adult): $50Japanese encephalitis (Imojev) | Single Dose: $275Meningococcal disease (Nimenrix): $85Meningococcal B (Bexsero): $155Measles, Mump & Rubella (Priorix): $50Human Papillomavirus/HPV (Gardasil 9): $250

Question 7

Who is eligible for a COVID-19 booster vaccination?

Accepted Answer

Eligibility for a COVID-19 booster vaccination are:

75 years and older: Recommended every 6 months.

65 - 74 years: Recommended at least every 12 months, but can receive every six months. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits.

18 - 64 years:

With severe immunocompromise: Recommended at least every 12 months, but can receive every six months. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks and benefits. 
Without severe immunocompromise: Can receive every 12 months.

5 - 17 years

With severe immunocompromise: Can receive every 12 months.
Without severe immunocompromise: Not recommended.

Question 8

What are the eligibility requirements of NIP-funded Flu vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

The seasonal influenza vaccine is funded under the National Immunisation Program (NIP) for the following groups at higher risk of complications from influenza:

People aged 65 years and over
All Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 6 months and over
Children aged 6 months to less than 5 years
Individuals aged 5 years and over with medical risk conditions, including:

Cardiac disease
Chronic respiratory conditions
Chronic neurological conditions
Immunocompromising conditions
Diabetes and other metabolic disorders
Chronic renal failure
Haemoglobinopathies
Children aged 6 months to 10 years on long-term aspirin therapy
Pregnant women

Question 9

If I get more than 1 vaccination in the same arm, will it be more painful or sore afterwards?

Accepted Answer

Generally, receiving multiple vaccinations in the same arm shouldn't necessarily make it more painful or sore compared to receiving just one. However, individual pain tolerance and sensitivity can vary, so some people might experience more discomfort regardless.

It's always a good idea to communicate any concerns or discomfort with the pharmacist before or during the vaccination process. They can offer advice and support to help manage any discomfort you may experience.

Question 10

Do I need to bring anything to my appointment?

Accepted Answer

If you did not enter your Medicare card details during the booking process or if you are a walk-in appointment, please ensure to bring your Medicare card with you.

Question 11

What age do you have to be to get the flu vaccination?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacists are able to vaccinate from those who are 5 years old and above.

Children below the age of 5 will need to see their GP for a flu vaccination.

Question 12

Who performs the vaccinations?

Accepted Answer

Vaccinations are carried out by qualified pharmacists.

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