Latest updates

From 11 November 2021 the 11 local government areas in South East Queensland are no longer considered impacted areas. This means that all of Queensland has the same restrictions.

Wearing a mask is no longer mandatory anywhere on Griffith University campuses, however masks are recommended when you cannot maintain 1.5 m distance from other people.

All staff and students should follow the advice from Queensland Health.

Please visit your supporting information site for further details.

COVID-19 vaccines now available

Health and Medical Services Gold Coast and Nathan are approved vaccination providers for Pfizer and AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines.

Appointments are available to book online or by phone.

Find out more

COVID Mythbusters

Head of Infectious Diseases and Immunology at Menzies Health institute Queensland, Griffith University—Professor Nigel McMillan—answers the most pressing questions surrounding covid vaccinations.

Are there concerns surrounding fertility effects from having a covid vaccine?

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Why are countries still seeing increases in cases despite high vaccination rates?

Why are people still dying from covid despite being vaccinated?

Why don't we just rely on our natural immune response instead of getting a vaccination?

Public resources and further information

Griffith University continues to take the threat of Coronavirus (COVID-19) seriously.

A specialist team is in place to manage our response to the virus, following the advice of government and health authorities.

This website is being reviewed regularly and will include the latest information for students and staff on any impact on University operations.

Public resources and further information

Health

Government

Education

Travel and visa

Contact Health and Medical Services

PLEASE NOTE: Telehealth consultations are now available. Please book online or contact your desired location.

Digital Campus

Phone
(07) 3735 7299
Emergency
If you are in a medical emergency, call 000 (triple zero) for ambulance from any phone or 112 from a mobile
Email
nursegc@griffith.edu.au

Gold Coast

Phone
(07) 5552 8734
Hours
Monday–Friday
8.30am–4.30pm
Location
Level 1, Student Centre (G33)
University Drive, Southport QLD 4215

Nathan

Phone
(07) 3735 7299
Hours
Monday–Friday
9am–5pm
Location
Level 1, Sewell (N12)
Kessels Road, Nathan QLD 4111

After hours

Gold Coast and Nathan

National Home Doctor Service

Phone
137 425
Website
homedoctor.com.au

Domestic students/staff

13 HEALTH is a confidential phone service that provides health advice to Queenslanders.

You can phone and talk to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for the cost of a local call.

Phone
13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84)

International students

Allianz Care Australia offers OSHC and OVHC Visitors Plus members a service that allows you to speak to a qualified doctor 24/7 via phone or video call.

See their website for more information about this free service.

Emergency

For all medical emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) for ambulance from any phone or 112 from a mobile. Then report the emergency to Griffith security, call 3735 7777.

Visit the emergency room of nearby public hospital (free emergency care to Australian residents):

  • The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Hospital at Cnr Kessels Rd and Troughton Rd, Coopers Plains
  • Princess Alexandra Hospital at 199 Ipswich Road, Woolloongabba
  • Gold Coast University Hospital at 1 Hospital Blvd, Southport