Travel Health Practitioner Pty Ltd

19/04/2026

Big news for older Aussies 👇

From 15 May, eligible Australians can get a FREE RSV vaccine to help protect against a common virus that can cause serious illness.

💉 Who can get it?
• People aged 75+
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60+

💡 Why it matters
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) isn’t just a cold — it can lead to hospitalisation and severe complications, especially for older people and those in aged care.

✅ The vaccine (Arexvy®) is now covered under the National Immunisation Program and will be available at Travel Health Practitioner.

17/04/2026

Holidays should be about great memories—not preventable tragedies.

In some destinations, the risks of drink spiking and methanol-contaminated alcohol are real and rising. These can lead to serious illness, long-term damage, or even death.

Stay aware, stay safe:

• Watch your drink being made and never leave it unattended
• Avoid unbranded or very cheap alcohol
• Stick to reputable venues
• Look out for your friends—and trust your instincts

If something feels off, act quickly and seek help.

A little awareness can save a life. 🌍

11/04/2026

Q Fever skin test and vaccination is available at Travel Health Practitioner 💉 🐑 🐮

How to book:
📞 Call: 0431 388 742
📧 Email: catherine@travelhealthpractitioner.com.au

🐮If you work around certain animals or animal materials, you could be at higher risk of contracting Q fever.

Q fever is an infectious disease spread from animals like cattle, sheep, goats, camels and kangaroos. The bacteria that causes Q fever can travel in dust and be carried long distances by the wind.

It can cause flu-like symptoms, such as fever, sweats and fatigue – and can knock you around for weeks or even months to years.

Cases have been on the rise. In 2025, Australia had 912 cases – that’s the highest number since we started monitoring Q fever in 1991.

Talk to your healthcare professional about vaccination. You’ll need testing to check your immunity first. The vaccine can’t be given to people who have already had Q fever or been vaccinated against it.

Stay safe when handling animals and animal materials:
🧴Wash your hands and arms after contact.
😷Wear a properly fitted P2 or N95 respirator and gloves.
👕Bag soiled clothing and boots before going home, and wash them separately.
🩹Keep wounds covered with a waterproof dressing.
👨‍🌾Follow all work, health and safety advice.

Wearing a P2 or N95 respirator when mowing or gardening in areas near these animals can also reduce your risk of infection.

And watch out for ticks, which can occasionally spread Q fever and other diseases.

🔗Read more https://www.cdc.gov.au/diseases/q-fever -filter-general-public

03/04/2026

Phew 😌 It’s been a busy few weeks at Travel Health Practitioner… time now for a little R&R over the next few days!

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Easter 🐣

We’ll be back on April 7th, ready to support you with:

💉 Travel health advice, medication letters, anti-malarials & immunisations
💉 Routine child immunisations (plus development screening)
💉 High school catch-up immunisations
💉 Shingles & pneumonia immunisations
💉 Flu & COVID immunisations
💉 Work-related immunisations (Q Fever, Hepatitis B)
💉 Pertussis (whooping cough) immunisation

How to book:
📞 Call: 0431 388 742
📱 Via the HotDoc app
📧 Email: catherine@travelhealthpractitioner.com.au

Enjoy the break and stay safe—we look forward to seeing you soon!

20/03/2026

A game-changer for families this flu season at Travel Health Practitioner Immunisation Clinic 👏

Many kids feel anxious about needles — and that can mean missing out on important protection against the flu. In 2025, fewer than 1 in 4 Australian children were vaccinated against influenza.

This winter, there’s a new option: FluMist, a needle-free nasal spray vaccine for children aged 2–17.

✔️ No needles — just a quick nasal spray
✔️ Funded under the National Immunisation Program for ages 2–

02/03/2026

Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members in Israel, Iran, Qatar and UAE can register on DFAT's registration portal to receive direct updates from DFAT.
If you’re in Israel, Iran, Qatar and UAE, register on the DFAT crisis registration portal https://crisis.dfat.gov.au/
We will communicate important updates directly to registered Australians. Keep your registration details up to date so we can contact you.
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Subscribe to Smartraveller for updates: smartraveller.gov.au

13/02/2026

Travel Health Practitioner is now taking bookings for workplace flu vaccination clinics 💉

Protect your team this flu season with a convenient on-site vaccination service.

For further information, including pricing and to book a clinic:

📧 Email: catherine@travelhealthpractitioner.com.au
📞 Phone: 0431 388 742

Get in touch today to secure your preferred clinic date.

08/02/2026

Is your teen prepared for school vaccinations?

The 'Sharing Knowledge About Immunisation (SKAI)' website gives parents trusted information about vaccines that help to protect against:

✔️human papillomavirus (commonly known as HPV)
✔️diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough
✔️meningococcal disease
✔️influenza (flu).

Want to learn more about these vaccines for teens, and why they are recommended?

You can find a range of helpful info at the link below👇

🔗 skai.org.au

06/02/2026

Whooping cough is on the rise!
👶 It can be dangerous for babies, young children and adults.
💉 Vaccination helps protect you, your family, and our community.
✅ Check your vaccine status and stay protected!

This debilitating disease is particularly dangerous for babies, but can affect people at any age. Vaccination remains a key line of defence.

30/01/2026

Nipah Virus 🦠

As global travel grows, awareness of rare but serious infections like Nipah virus matters.

• 🌎 Occurs mainly in parts of South & Southeast Asia
• 🦇 Spread via fruit bats, contaminated food, or close contact with infected people
• 🥭 Avoid raw date palm sap and fruit that may be contaminated
• 🧼 Practice good hand hygiene and food safety
• 💉 No licensed vaccine

Travel health isn’t just about vaccines.
It’s about risk assessment, informed choices and prevention.

📍A pre-travel health consultation helps protect you—and the communities you visit.

25/01/2026

Let’s get travelling ☀️ ❄️ ✈️ 🚌…….

Busy start to 2026 at Travel Health Practitioner….. places people are visiting so far this year….. Vietnam, Cambodia, Zambia, Costa Rica, South Africa, India, Philippines………

How to book:
📞 Call: 0431 388 742
📱 HotDoc app
📧 Email: catherine@travelhealthpractitioner.com.au

15/01/2026

Regional tensions in the Middle East are high and the security situation could deteriorate rapidly and without notice.
This may result in airspace closures, flight cancellations and other travel disruptions. Demonstrations and protest activity may also occur and local security situations could deteriorate with little notice. Avoid all demonstrations and protests.
Subscribe for Smartraveller updates and monitor media for the latest information.
See our travel advice for Middle East countries: https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/Middle-East