Australians won't get access to a fifth COVID-19 jab before Christmas
Most Australians won't get access to a fifth COVID-19 jab before Christmas, in line with expert advice. (GETTY) Credit: Morsa Images/Getty Images
Australia's vaccine advisory body has approved a new Omicron-specific booster shot, as cases soar around the country. The federal government has ordered 4.7 million doses of the Pfizer next-generation vaccine to arrive in the next fortnight. It will be used as a third and fourth dose for Australians over 18, alongside the updated Moderna booster, and will be rolled out from December 12.
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