By Dominique Tassell
Darling Downs Health has announced that everyone aged over 16 years and over is eligible for the vaccine at both the Stanthorpe and Warwick clinic.
DDH has kicked of this month’s vaccine clinics in Stanthorpe today.
The Stanthorpe clinic will be held at the Stanthorpe Showgrounds from Tuesday 10 August to Friday 13 August.
The Warwick clinic will be held at the Warwick Showgrounds from Tuesday 24 August to Saturday 28 August.
Southern Downs Mayor Vic Pennisi shared the news while on Rose City FM, encouraging residents to roll up their sleeves and get the jab.
Southern Downs Regional Council has facilitated the use of the showgrounds for the clinics.
The clinic in Stanthorpe will be open from 8.30am to 3.50pm from Tuesday to Thursday, and 8.30am to 1pm on Friday.
The clinic in Warwick will be open from 8:30am to 3:50pm from Tuesday to Friday and 8:30am to 1pm on Saturday.
Vaccinations will be provided in line with current Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) recommendations and guidelines.
The Queensland State Government announced on Sunday that school staff and childcare workers would become a priority for vaccinations in the wake of the recent Delta outbreak.
This includes teachers, teachers’ aides, management and administrative staff, groundskeepers, cleaners, locum staff, regular volunteers, and other school and early learning support staff.
FIFO, freight and distribution centre workers have also been added to the high-risk priority group.
DDH stated that “people attending the clinic will be screened by our staff on arrival to ensure the Pfizer vaccination is suitable”.
Everyone who is eligible, and wants to have a vaccine, can walk-in to the clinic to get their jab.
DDH recommends that if you have questions about the vaccine, talk to your doctor or health care worker to get the right, up-to-date information.
“The vaccination is safe and is free. It is the best way to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community,” Annette Scott, executive lead for the Darling Downs Health Emergency Operations Centre, said.
If you plan to attend the clinic, bring ID, your Medicare card, and a pen.
DDH emphasised that people who have received one dose of the Astra Zeneca vaccine, which has been provided recently through GPs and Aboriginal Medical Services, should receive a second dose of Astra Zeneca and not a Pfizer vaccine.
“If you are unsure which vaccine you have received, talk to a doctor or health care worker”.
