Australians urged to get flu vaccine amid coronavirus spread

A pharmacist reaches for medicine at a shop in Coburg, Melbourne

A pharmacist reaches for medicine at a shop in Coburg, Melbourne Source: AAP

As the coronavirus continues to spread, Australians are being urged to get flu vaccinations in order to help protect vulnerable people and lessen the burden on the healthcare system.



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