Karrinyup St Luke Medical Centre

21/04/2026

🌈 Stay Protected in 2026: Your Guide to the Fluzone Flu Vaccine 🌈
💉 What is Fluzone?
Fluzone is a trusted influenza (flu) vaccine designed to protect against the most common flu strains expected during the 2026 flu season. It helps your immune system recognise and fight the virus before it can make you sick. In 2026, the composition of flu vaccines will transition from quadrivalent to trivalent formulations. This aligns with recommendations from the Australian Influenza Vaccine Committee.
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🦠 Why Get Vaccinated?
Flu is more than just a bad cold. It can lead to serious complications, especially for:
• Older adults (65+)
• Young children
• Pregnant individuals
• People with chronic health conditions
✨ Vaccination reduces your risk of:
• Severe illness
• Hospitalisation
• Spreading flu to loved ones
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📅 When Should You Get It?
The best time to get your flu shot is before the flu season peaks, ideally in autumn (March–May in Australia).
💡 Protection develops within 2 weeks after vaccination.
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👨‍⚕️ Who Should Get Fluzone?
Fluzone is recommended for:
✔ Adults and children (as advised by your healthcare provider)
✔ People at higher risk of complications
✔ Healthcare and aged care workers
✔ Anyone wanting to reduce their risk of flu
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⚠️ Possible Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and short-lived:
• Sore arm at injection site
• Mild fever
• Fatigue
• Headache
Serious reactions are rare. Speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
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🛡️ Protect Yourself & Your Community
Getting vaccinated not only protects you — it helps safeguard:
👶 Babies too young to be vaccinated
👵 Elderly family members
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 People with weakened immune systems
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🌟 Take Action Today!
Don’t wait for flu season to hit. Protect yourself and those around you.
💬 Ask your healthcare provider about Fluzone 2026 today!
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🎨 Healthy You, Happy You!
Stay well this flu season with a simple step: vaccination.

02/02/2026

Excited to share that we have been nominated by the Global Health and Pharma team in the 11th annual Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Awards.

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10/10/2024

Visit one of our Doctors to discuss your options. Dr Lata Boyce our hormone expert or one of our other fabulous female GPs. Dr Wasana Kulathunga, Dr Jian Ruan, Dr Pooja Rajput and Dr Sumithra Ratnayake

08/07/2024

Australians living with all types of diabetes should have equitable access to the technology they need to live well.
Right now they don’t and this needs to change.
Right now in Australia, access to diabetes technology isn’t fair and equitable. Some people have technology like CGM devices and insulin pumps, while others go without.
Our fight starts and ends with community. Together, we are raising our voice and fighting for change.

Let’s unite in the fight for tech.

11/06/2024

Men's Health Week

Monday 10 to Sunday 16 June 2024

This week is all about raising awareness and taking action to prioritise men's health.

We understand today’s men are much more likely to seek help for physical health issues than our dads and grandfathers. Unfortunately, this is not the case when it comes to mental health.

Like your physical health, the earlier you can get on top of looking after your mental health and wellbeing, the better.

From physical fitness to mental wellbeing, let's break the stigma and encourage open conversations about men's health issues.

04/06/2024

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Awareness Week: 2-8 June

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Awareness Week is an important time to spread crucial awareness about RSV and the importance of RSV protection.

22/04/2024

02/10/2023

If you hold a valid Medicare or Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veteran card and have been to see us in person twice over the last 24 months, you’re now eligible to register in MyMedicare.
MyMedicare formalises the relationships between patients, their general practice and their preferred GP.
By registering in MyMedicare you can access longer funded telehealth consultations with our practice.
For more information, chat to us at your next appointment, or visit health.gov.au/MyMedicare.

11/09/2023

R U OK?Day 2023 is Thursday 14 September and is our national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever they spot the signs that someone they care about might be struggling with life.
Got a feeling that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when it's time to ask R U OK? https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

28/04/2023

Vaccination is the best protection against influenza (flu).
With winter approaching it is important to book in for your flu vaccine, continue to practice healthy hygiene habits (washing hands, stay home when you are sick) and to stay up-to-date with COVID vaccinations.
The flu vaccine is free for all Western Australians during May.

08/03/2023

Flu vaccines are due to arrive by the end of March. Ensure you book in to one of our flu clinics. Call 9341 7770 or book online via hotdoc