Australians older than 50 will get quicker access to a coronavirus vaccination in the wake of a national cabinet meeting that also agreed on travel restrictions from India.
“That increased demand on the Pfizer clinics to cover that whole population essentially under 50 will require an expansion in those Pfizer clinics in the states,” he said. Health Department Secretary Brendan Murphy said that, with very few exceptions, the Pfizer vaccine would be used only for people aged under 50 once all residential aged care patients were vaccinated.Professor Murphy said those over 50 should not be concerned about getting the AstraZeneca vaccine, noting they would not have the choice to get the Pfizer vaccine until later in the year.
“We will also be limiting the departure exceptions for Australians travelling to high-risk countries. Mr Morrison did not specify all countries that would be included on the government’s list of high-risk countries, but suggested it may be similar to that of the United Kingdom’s.
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Bit late Scomo way behind the 8 ball
ScottyTheAnnouncer Blah, blah blah.
So many thoughts. Close the borders. Build proper quarantine facilities. Vaccinate. Please.
Pfft NZ did this earlier this week....behind the 8 ball again.
is ScottyDoesNothing building purpose built quarantine facilities yet?
Oh look, another announcement.
How many arrivees who have tested Positive come from what countries? Free up the travel from COVID Safe countries and Restrict travel from those with High Infection rates. Greatest Risk. Consider pre flight quarantine options. Test and vaccinate
Totally reactive not proactive. Just get us vaccinated.
The prime minister for announcements and no delivery
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