Vax Facts
Last updated December 22, 2021
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It’s important to know where to find the facts about the vaccines
The COVID-19 vaccines are our best protection. They can help protect mob from getting really sick from COVID-19 and reduce the spread of the virus.
- By getting vaccinated, we’re protecting ourselves, our Elders, family, friends and our community from COVID-19.
- Two doses of a COVID-19 vaccine gives you around 90% protection against needing to be admitted to hospital or dying from COVID-19. It also reduces the spread of COVID-19 to others
What’s in the vax
How COVID vaccines work
How to show I’ve had the vax
Find the best way to get proof of your COVID-19 vaccinations for your situation.
- Paper Copy: If you would like to get proof of your COVID-19 vaccinations as a hardcopy, you can call the Australian Immunisation Register on 1800 653 809 (Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm) and ask them to send your immunisation history statement to you. It can take up to 14 days to arrive in the post.
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