From today, 20th February 2023 we will be offering 5th boosters for anyone wishing to have one, at Longford or Perth surgery.

ATAGI recommends a 2023 COVID-19 booster dose for adults in the following groups, if their last COVID-19
vaccine dose or confirmed infection (whichever is the most recent) was 6 months ago or longer, and regardless
of the number of previous doses:
• All adults aged 65 years and older
• Adults aged 18 to 64 years who have medical conditions that increase their risk of severe COVID-19, or
are living with disability with significant or complex health needs.

The following groups should consider a 2023 booster dose if their last COVID-19 vaccine dose or confirmed
infection (whichever is the most recent) was 6 months ago or longer, and regardless of the number of previous
doses, based on an individual risk benefit assessment with their immunisation provider.
• All Adults aged 18 to 64 years without risk factors for severe COVID-19
• Children and adolescents aged 5 to 17 years who have medical comorbidities that increase their risk of
severe COVID-19, or are living with disability with significant or complex health needs.

ATAGI advises that a booster dose is not currently recommended for children and adolescents aged under less
than 18 years who do not have any risk factors for severe COVID-19.

Please phone the surgery to arrange an appointment!