Are there any free vaccines for older adults?

For adults 65 years and older, the following vaccines are free under the National Immunisation Program (NIP):

• Pneumococcal disease:
  A single dose is available for adults aged 70 years and over.
• Shingles:
  A single dose is available for 70 year olds. Until 31 October 2021, a single catch-up dose is also available for adults aged 71 to 79 years.
• Influenza (the flu):
  Seasonal influenza vaccine once a year.

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