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Australia's Flu Season Soars Amid Stagnant Vaccination Rates

10/21/2025

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Australia faces a record-breaking flu season, with Flutracking data showing widespread respiratory illnesses.
Vaccination rates have plateaued, particularly among children and the elderly, despite rising flu notifications.
General practitioners warn that low vaccination rates should act as a wake-up call.
Factors contributing to the rise include a return to in-person work and decreased vaccinations.
Immunologist Dr. Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson cited a 10% rise and urged higher vaccine coverage.

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Story summary

Australia faces a record-breaking flu season, with Flutracking data showing widespread respiratory illnesses.
Vaccination rates have plateaued, particularly among children and the elderly, despite rising flu notifications.
General practitioners warn that low vaccination rates should act as a wake-up call.
Factors contributing to the rise include a return to in-person work and decreased vaccinations.
Immunologist Dr. Catriona Vi Nguyen-Robertson cited a 10% rise and urged higher vaccine coverage.