Filipino migrants urged to get vaccinated amid rising 'Super-K' cases in Australia

Authorities suggest that a primary factor behind the declining vaccination rates is the persistent spread of misinformation regarding vaccine safety and efficacy.

Hinihikayat ang publiko na magpabakuna bago magsimula ang peak ng flu season sa winter. Source: AAP / Daniel Kozin

Key Points

• The urgency comes on the heels of a severe health season. Last year, Australia recorded over 500,000 confirmed flu cases. The trend remains worrying this year, with more than 24,000 cases already documented before the traditional peak of the flu season has even arrived.
• A Filipino-Australian healthcare professional warned that the flu should not be taken lightly, noting its potential to trigger severe health complications.
• Vaccines are now readily available across the country. Members of the community are encouraged to visit their local GP clinics or pharmacies to receive their shots.

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Mga migranteng Pinoy, hinikayat na magpabakuna sa gitna ng pagtaas ng kaso ng Super-K flu sa Australia

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