What is Pneumococcal Disease?
Pneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection (Streptococcus pneumoniae) that can spread via respiratory droplets and indirect contact such as contaminated surfaces.
Many people carry pneumococcal bacteria in their nose and throat without experiencing symptoms, however, the bacteria can still be spread by these individuals and lead to infection in others. Infection may lead to serious illness such as pneumonia, bloodstream infection and meningitis.
We offer two types of pneumococcal vaccines provided at no charge under the National Immunisation Program. Our immunisers will determine the most appropriate vaccine for you on the day, depending on your age group and circumstances.
Children are given 3 doses of the pneumococcal vaccine as part of the National Immunisation Schedule.
In adults, the funded vaccinations are provided for:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 50 years or over.
Non-Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 70 years or over.
People 12 months and over who have who have certain medical conditions that put them at higher risk of getting serious pneumococcal disease.
PRICING
Anyone can have the pneumococcal vaccine administered at BUFS. For those who choose to vaccinate privately, the cost is provided below.
Pneumovax 23:
Member - $95.32
Non-Member - $105.90
Prevenar 13:
Member - $147.52
Non-Member - $163.90
Payment is required at the time of the vaccine being administered.
Pre-booking is recommended for this service. Whilst we do offer walk-in service at all BUFS Pharmacies, service is subject to availability and timing.