As the temperature drops and the chilly breeze kicks in, it can create an ideal environment for the flu virus to spread.
Furthermore, cold temperatures may weaken the immune system’s ability to respond to respiratory viruses, making it easier to catch an infection.
Therefore, it is even more important for us to prioritise our health and wellbeing during this time. One essential step we can all take to safeguard ourselves and our campus community is by getting vaccinated against the flu.
Vaccinations will take place right here on campus at Room G07 in the L5 Building on Tuesday 28 and Thursday 30 May.
Due to the high demand of this service, bookings are essential.
How do I book an appointment?
You will be taken to the Online Wellness Gateway page below when you click on above button. Click “BOOK NOW”.
Under “New user registration”, enter your email address and click “NEXT”.
Important: Even if you have an OSHC with Medibank, you need to register as a new user on this platform.
Fill out all the fields as shown below, and for “Organisational information”, choose “UNSW Global”.
Check the “I’m not a robot” box then click “NEXT”.
Tick the first two boxes (the third is optional) then click “NEXT”.
Answer “Yes” or “No” to the questions then click “NEXT”.
If you have a Medicare card, tick “Yes” then fill out the information then click “NEXT”.
If you do not have a Medicare card, tick “No”, then input your Individual Health Identifier (IHI) and click “NEXT”.
If you do not have an IDI, leave the box blank and click “NEXT”.
Select the site to be “UNSW College” and it should open up the availabilities for times across 28 May and 30 May. Choose the date and time that suits you, then press “Next” and confirm your appointment.
Now you are all booked in for a free flu vaccination! Thank you for taking the proactive steps to look after your health, and the health of the wider College community.
