A new flu vaccine is available this year, ahead of a winter experts think will be rough

As this year's flu season begins, a new cell-based influenza vaccine has been launched for Australia's publicly funded health system after being available on the private market since 2021. Dr Rajesh Kannan talks about the new cell-based flu vaccine and emphasize the importance of flu vaccination as a crucial precaution, particularly for vulnerable groups. Produced by Renuka Thuraisingham.

A new flu vaccine will be available this winter. Credit: Getty / Jasmin Merdan. Inset: Dr Rajesh Kannan

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