🛡️ Protect Yourself During the COVID-19 Surge 🛡️

COVID-19, influenza, and RSV infections are on the rise across Western Sydney, including Blacktown. The highly transmissible JN.1 COVID-19 subvariant has led to a significant surge in cases, with booster uptake remaining worryingly low.

At Kildare Road Medical Centre, we are committed to helping our Blacktown community stay safe and healthy during this challenging time.

Who Is Most at Risk?

Certain groups are at a higher risk of severe illness or complications from COVID-19 and other respiratory infections:

• Adults aged 65 and over
• Residents in aged care facilities
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• People from lower socioeconomic backgrounds

If you or your loved ones fall into any of these categories, taking extra precautions is essential.

Steps to Stay Safe

✔️ Get Vaccinated (COVID-19 and Flu)
Vaccination is your best defense. Protect yourself with updated COVID-19 boosters and flu vaccines, which are available at Kildare Road Medical Centre.

✔️ Wear a Mask in Crowded Spaces
Masks can significantly reduce your risk of exposure to viruses, especially in busy public areas in Blacktown and Western Sydney.

✔️ Wash or Sanitize Your Hands Regularly
Good hand hygiene is crucial. Wash your hands frequently or use hand sanitizer when soap isn’t available.

✔️ Test Promptly If You Feel Unwell
If you’re feeling unwell with symptoms like a cough, fever, or sore throat, get tested immediately. Early detection can prevent the spread of illness.

💙 Kildare Road Medical Centre: Your Blacktown Medical Centre

At Kildare Road Medical Centre, we’re here to support your health and wellbeing. From vaccinations to rapid testing and personalized medical advice, our team is ready to help you navigate the current surge.

Stay proactive and protect your family, friends, and neighbors in Blacktown and across Western Sydney.

📅 Book Your Vaccinations Today

Don’t wait to protect yourself and your loved ones. Visit Kildare Road Medical Centre to book your COVID-19 booster and flu vaccine. Together, we can reduce the impact of the COVID-19 surge and keep Blacktown safe.

To book an appointment, visit the link here.