01/04/2026
Winter is approaching. Protect yourself and your family.
Flu vaccines are available starting today, 1 April, to safeguard you and your community this winter.
Alongside flu, Covid, and whooping cough also spread more easily in colder months. Immunisation effectively reduces severe illness, hospitalisation, and the spread of winter viruses.
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Flu vaccines available now
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Covid vaccines year-round; ensure youโre up-to-date before winter
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Free vaccines for those aged 65+, anyone who is pregnant, and people with certain health conditions.
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Whooping cough (pertussis) can be serious for babies. Pregnant women should get immunised to pass some immunity to newborns until they receive their own immunisations at 6 weeks. (Ensure baby's immunisations are timely!)
You can book vaccines at many pharmacies, GPs, Hauora Mฤori, and Pacific health providers, as well as some midwives and community vaccinators.
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Book your vaccination online at ๐ bookmyvaccine.health.nz
In addition to vaccination, prevent winter illness by staying home if unwell, washing hands frequently, and practicing good hygiene.
