SWAN Hill Specialist School will have a walk-in vaccination clinic on Saturday November 13 between 9.30am and 4pm, for students and local community members who are still not vaccinated.
There will be 100 Pfizer vaccines for those aged 12 to 18 and adults in our community, and people under the age of 18 will need to bring a consent form.
“As a school we already have a high vaccination rate among students, however we encourage families who may be unsure to speak with their GP,” principal Jodi Walters said.
“We’re lucky to have a nurse, Hollie Conlan from Swan Hill District Health and can assist in setting up these appointments, and offer support.”
Ms Walters said the service is being provided by Healthcare Australia, in conjunction with the Department of Education and Department of Health.
“Those under the age of 18 can access a consent form either on the day or at our front office,” Ms Walters said.
“And Healthcare Australia will be coming back on December 4 for those who need their second dose.
“Even though our council area has a very high vaccination rate – over 95 per cent – this clinic provides a service for those who just haven’t been able to get around to it yet.”
It is advised that people bring a Medicare card or individual health care identifier to the vaccine clinic, and some form of identification which has proof of age.
Young people are at risk of getting COVID-19, but can also infect those that are more vulnerable, such as the elderly or those who are immunocompromised.
People with disabilities get priority access at vaccination centres, including school clinics.
They and/or their carers should present to staff on arrival.
