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COVID-19 Vaccine  

Everyone over five is eligible for the primary course of the COVID-19 vaccine (two shots). 16 and 17-year-olds can get a booster 6 months after the primary course. People 18 and over can be boosted 3 months after the primary course. 


Primary course
 

Everyone in New Zealand aged 5 or over can get a free COVID-19 vaccination. For most people, the primary course is 2 doses. 


Boosters

You can get a free booster(s) if you are aged 16 or over and have completed your primary course of the vaccine. 

Click here for more information on getting your COVID-19 vaccination


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Flu vaccinations are free for tamariki ages 3 through 12. Rangatahi can get a flu shot at their GP, a pharmacy, or at a walk-in clinic for a fee.

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MMR 

MMR stands for measles, mumps, and rubella. If you’re aged 15-30 you might not be protected against measles. Measles is a serious disease that can make you very sick. Getting immunised is the best way to protect against measles – it’s easy and free. 

MMR immunisations are free for anyone born after January 1969 who hasn't already had two recorded doses. 


Click here to learn more about measles and young people

 

Vaccinations for 11 and 12-year-olds 


Tdap vaccine (Boostrix)

Babies usually receive immunisations at 6 weeks, 3 months and 5 months of age, which provides protection against tetanus, Diptheria and whooping cough (pertussis). A follow-up dose of the Tdap vaccine is needed around the age of 11 or 1z2, to boost the protection against these illnesses.

HPV vaccine (Gardasil 9)

The HPV vaccine protects against nine strains of human papillomavirus which can cause cervical and some other cancers, and genital warts. Protection is long-lasting, so immunisation at age 11-12 protects well into adulthood. The vaccine is given in two doses, which be at least 6 months apart.  Those beginning vaccination at age 15 or older will need three doses. While getting immunised at school is convenient for most families, the HPV vaccines are also available for free through general practices. 

 

Where to get vaccinated 


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Click here to visit the Ministry of Health website to learn more about the New Zealand Immunisation Schedule

 


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