Covid Vaccine Info | Ontario Family Practice

UPDATE: Changes to the AstraZeneca Vaccine for adults under 50

On 8 April 2021, the Federal Department of Health announced changes to the vaccine rollout including a preference for the use of the Comirnaty (Pfizer) vaccine in adults aged under 50 years.

This follows advice from Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) in light of evolving evidence of a rare but serious side effect involving thrombosis with thrombocytopenia following receipt of the AstraZeneca vaccine.

ATAGI has further recommended that:

The AstraZeneca vaccine should only be used in adults aged under 50 where the benefits clearly outweigh the risk for that individual and the person has made an informed decision based on an understanding of the risks and benefits.
People who have had the first dose of COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca without any serious adverse effects can be given the second dose, including adults under 50 years.

The Department of Health is advising that in the short term, and in line with ATAGI’s recommendations, you may want to contact any patients under 50 who are currently booked to receive their first dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and cancel in cases where the benefit clearly does not outweigh the risk.’

All the latest information and frequently asked questions regarding the vaccines are available on the Dept of Health Website.
Please refer to this information prior to contacting us for information about the vaccines.

Dept of Health Website Links

Please contact the reception to book an appointment with your GP if there are further questions that require clarification.

Booking for your vaccination implies that you are prepared to consent for this. If you have questions please book a regular appointment instead.

FAQs

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INFORMED CONSENT

Please note that consent is required for receiving the COVID vaccine, the COVID-19 Vaccination Consent Form can be found on the link below.

COVID-19 Vaccination Consent Form Link (PDF & Word)

PATIENT ALERT COVID-19

Any patient with

Fever, cough, sore throat or shortness of breath symptoms or
have been in contact with someone diagnosed or suspected of having coronavirus

Please do not enter the practice.

We have set up Telephone and Video conferencing consultations (click here to learn about these options), alternatively Mildura has a dedicated COVID 19 clinic (click here to learn more).

The national hotline is available 24/7 - 1800 675 398

Thank you for your cooperation