Protect yourself from respiratory infections

Respiratory viral infections – including flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) – continue to circulate this winter. Although we’re nearing the end of winter, it’s not too late to protect yourself against these potentially serious illnesses.

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Australia’s key decision-making committee for health emergencies – the Australian Health Protection Committee – is encouraging Australians to get vaccinated to protect themselves and the community.

Read more on why it’s not too late to vaccinate

The interim Australian CDC harnesses public health data to anticipate human diseases and threats. This helps inform expert advice to all Australians. 

Read more about how our data systems and analysis help us to understand and respond to the 2025 winter flu (and other respiratory diseases) season – so that Australia is ready to respond.