Tasmanian government subsidies meningococcal vaccine for school students

Stefan Boscia
Updated August 23 2017 - 7:17am, first published August 22 2017 - 8:05pm
QUICK JAB: Launceston City Council Authorized Immuniser Tanya Panitzki administering a meningococcal vaccination to year 11 student Will Robertson Picture: Phillip Biggs
QUICK JAB: Launceston City Council Authorized Immuniser Tanya Panitzki administering a meningococcal vaccination to year 11 student Will Robertson Picture: Phillip Biggs

Meningococcal W vaccinations will be administered across the state as a part of the Department of Human Health and Services’ program to ensure Tasmanian teenagers are protected from the disease.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

$0/

(min cost $0)

or signup to continue reading

See subscription options
Stefan Boscia

Stefan came to The Examiner after working as a copywriter at a digital media firm in Melbourne and interning at The Conversation. He is enthusiastic about reporting on business, local government and environmental issues. When he is not chained to his work desk, Stefan enjoys getting brunch, reading Saul Bellow novels and watching Carlton games.

Get the latest Launceston news in your inbox

Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date.

We care about the protection of your data. Read our Privacy Policy.